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This is not F25 X3 but a pre-FEP E70 X5 prototype.

But I have no idea why is still driving around.

Could it be the F25 X3 with the pre FEP E70 bodywork? Just testing suspension systems and stuff?

Certainly not. F25 X3 chassis will be quite shorter & a bit narrower. The car in the spy pic is definitely E70 X5 - in its full dimension.

Perhaps they are still testing some components not offered yet - eg. DPC. And they were too lazy to remove the camo.

Mind that taped cars in FEP phases are exposed mainly due marketing reasons: to get as much publicity & exposure as possible.

The current BMW X3 will have to soldier on for a few more years until the arrival of an all-new model at the end of the decade. Spy shots of a suspicious 3-series wagon with a much taller ride-height than the standard model are believed to be of the prototype for the new X3. The images only revealed a new suspension set-up, with a lower control arm and a wider track, but this new rendering gives us a hint as what the new car will look like.
The new X3’s dimensions will hardly change compared with the current car and its styling will be shaped to reflect elements from the CS Concept. The basic shape will remain much the same, however, as this rendering suggests, the new SUV will receive a more prominent grille and new wraparound headlights. Designers will also focus on improving the quality of the interior.
Production of the car is being moved to BMW’s Spartanburg plant in the U.S. where it will be built alongside the new X6 and X5. Expect to see the twin-turbo 3.0L from the 335i make its way into the X3 range as well as the powerful but frugal new 204hp 2.0L turbodiesel. Engineers are also likely to add a hybrid version of the car as previewed by the X6 Hybrid concept at last week’s Frankfurt Motor Show.
The next couple of years will be very busy for BMW as it prepares for the launch of several new models such as the recently revealed X6 crossover, new V-series and another X car, the all-new X1.
Motor Authority » Preview: 2010 BMW X3

You're right. Very strange indeed. I thought it was something new given the date of that post over at Bimmerfest, and took at as something new. Sorry for the false alarm.

From WCF:







Unmistakable

It has been long in the rumour mill, but we have finally managed to snag us some pictures of the all new BMW X3 prototype on the streets of Munich. The previous generation underwent a facelift half-way 2006 and is reaching the end of its life-cycle.

Of course the prototype is heavily draped in camouflage and hard plastic covers but there really is no mistaking what it is. The BMW X3 appears to have some of the BMW X6's smooth flow from the A- to C-pillars but without sacrificing headroom of cargo space. Our spyphotographer thinks a little more of 'sportwagon' has made its way into the design language.

It is reported that the new X3 is based on the 3-series platform, but it has been widened and lenghtened to add more functionality to the shape.

First Images of All New BMW X3 Prototype

Looks a lot more wagonish, if this is indeed the next X3.

M

They better don't mess up with X3 this time! After the new X5, i don't want to think they'll make the same mistake like with current X3, i'm expecting them to come up with something nice this time, more appealing and more attractive.

I'm worried about that big grille though. It'll work on larger cars like 7er, but on small one like X3?

Actually looks like it could be extremely nice... Has a real sporty look to it!!!

It has to be better then the current X3 or i will shot myself...

Because of the rear it looks more like F3 than X3. Like Tycoon, I'm also wondering how well the big grille will fit this car.

Those were my 1st thoughts too, Mikael, but it's sitting rather too high for F3...