# Aerodynamic Luxury Crossover SUVs The New BMW X3 Promises Improved Highway Performance By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2017-06-28 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-crossover-suv References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/bmw-x3-third-generation-suv/50219/) & [press.bmwgroup](https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0271778EN/the-new-bmw-x3) When it comes to the luxury crossover SUV market, there's no question that the BMW X3 is a pioneer, and the German automaker is choosing not to rest on its laurels by introducing an improved version of the X3 that looks largely the same but features a range of improvements. The latest and greatest BMW X3 now has a meaner design, a longer body as well as highly detailed performance additions such as grille shutters that allow for more aerodynamic performance on high-speed highway rides, whilst also helping cool the engine and giving the vehicle a fresh exterior appearance. This SUV will be able to zoom from zero to 100 km/h in only 4.8 seconds thanks to a top-of-the-line diesel engine. This is a wonderful example of an industry-leading vehicle receiving surgical improvements to improve its appearance and performance, without messing with the formula that has made it such a stand-out product in the luxury crossover SUV market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Aerodynamic Improvements in Luxury Crossovers:** Luxury automakers are incorporating aerodynamic features to improve highway performance while maintaining a sleek design. - **Diesel Engines in Luxury Crossover Suvs:** Luxury automakers are introducing diesel engines in their crossover SUVs to offer better fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance. - **Surgical Improvements in Luxury Crossover Suvs:** Luxury automakers are making specific surgical improvements in their standout models to enhance their performance, appearance and maintain their market dominance. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Automotive:** Luxury automakers can leverage aerodynamic improvements and diesel engines in their crossover SUVs to offer better performance, fuel efficiency, and enhance their customer experience - **Automotive Manufacturing:** The automotive manufacturers can cater to the burgeoning demand for luxury crossover SUVs by offering aerodynamically improved luxury models with high-performance diesel engines. - **Sustainable Transportation:** Luxury crossover SUVs with diesel engines can be marketed as sustainable transportation options, as they offer better fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and an overall eco-friendly experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sporty Performance SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-bmw-alpina-xb7.md) - [Tech-Packed Triple-Row SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-x7.md) - [Monstrously Powerful Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-hybrid-suv.md) - [Futuristic Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-xm.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [Performance-Focused Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ix-m60.md) - [Ultra-Sporty Luxury Sedan EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i7-m70-xdrive.md) - [Grand Touring Automotive Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-speedtop.md) - [Theatre-Equipped Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i7-xdrive60.md)