Is the white color of BMW X3 a metallic paint?
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Alpine White is a standard paint, while Mineral White is a metallic paint. The body dimensions of the BMW 3 Series are: Length 4719mm, width 1827mm, height 1459mm, with a wheelbase of 2851mm. BMW 3 Series models include: BMW 320i, BMW 325im, BMW 320lim, BMW 325lixdrivem, BMW 320li, etc. Taking the 2021 BMW 320i as an example: It is actually a mid-size car with a fuel tank capacity of 59 liters. The 2021 BMW 320i is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 156PS, maximum torque of 250Nm, and maximum power of 115kW, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
I'm quite familiar with this. The white color options for the BMW X3 do vary. For example, Glacier White (Glacier Silver) is a standard solid paint, while Mineral White is a metallic paint. Metallic paint reflects light with sparkling metallic particles under sunlight, whereas standard paint appears as pure white. The latest X3 models primarily feature Mineral White, which has a particularly strong metallic texture. Especially under tree shade, you can see the glittering effect of the metallic flakes in the paint. I recommend bringing a flashlight when inspecting the car to confirm the paint type, as the reflective effects between metallic and standard paints are noticeably different.
