MANHART MHX3 600 (F97)

If you want to buy a powerful mid-size SUV, you currently have two main options to choose from. These are either a classic SUV or one with a coupé roof. While Mercedes launched the AMG GLC 63 (S) back in 2017, BMW followed suit with the X3/X4 M a good two years later, in the summer of 2019. Depending on the variant, both competitors produce up to 510hp and at least 600Nm of torque. What these powerful all-wheel-drive vehicles also have in common is that they have become the focus of our team at MANHART automotive . Based on the Munich model, we are now rolling out an exclusive, strictly limited version of their MHX3 600 interpretation.

The MANHART MHX3 600 Limited 01/10 is, of course, based on the powerful, Competition version of the X3 M, which delivers 510 hp and 650 Nm in its standard form. We use this output of the three-litre in-line six-cylinder, with biturbo charging as a good basis for higher things. The power is, as already indicated by the new model designation, noticeably increased again, resulting in a whopping 635hp and 785Nm maximum torque. This is possible thanks to the performance upgrade by means of an MHtronik auxiliary control unit. Added to this is a complete stainless steel exhaust system with valve control, which flows into four carbon-tailpipes. We also offer downpipes with 300-cell catalytic converters, which, however, do not have TÜV approval and are only suitable for export, just like the OPF-Delete replacement pipes with 200-cell HJS catalytic converters.

Visually, the MHX3 600 Limited 01/10 also stands out from the crowd. For one thing, the MANHART suspension upgrade with H&R springs lowers the car by 30 millimetres. Furthermore, MANHART alloy wheels by ALPINA, in the dimensions 9×22 and 10×22 inches are fitted in the wheel housings. They are fitted with 255/35ZR22 and 295/30ZR22 tyres. Further highlights are provided by the extensive MANHART carbon body kit, which includes a splitter, side flaps and skirt inserts for the front, mirror caps and a rear diffuser. The steering wheel clasp also shimmers in carbon. Last but not least, the striking full body foiling in Matt Dark Blue causes quite a stir. This is all the more true as, as is customary with us at MANHART, this base is of course topped with a decorative set of trim strips and lettering, in this case in grey.

Of course, the entire tuning package – as described here – is also available for the SUV coupé brother X4 M Competition (F98).