Chip Tuning

English translation - original article published in French by Auto Loisirs

While waiting for the new three-liter boosted to over 200 horsepower, we tested a performance chip on an X5 3.0 diesel and the result is more than satisfactory. Indeed, depending on daily use, you get superior driving pleasure, sharper acceleration and at lower RPMs. The smoothness marks a new driving pleasure. While the engine displays a clearly noticeable power increase, it's especially at low and mid-range RPMs that we appreciate it. Another surprise is fuel consumption, which drops by a good 2 liters on highways and expressways while the gain is limited to a generous liter on mixed routes. The criticizable point is the installation, certainly easy, but to be entrusted to a professional because access to the connectors is not simple. Another detail: given the power increase, make sure to inform your insurer and adapt your braking. Info: 0475/59.09.93

E.H.