BMW Group Malaysia expects the launch of its all new BMW X3 sports activity vehicle (SAV) on 14th March will contribute to the continued growth of the BMW brand in Malaysia.

Its managing director, Mr. Geoffrey Briscoe, said the company has sold 810 vehicles 744 BMW, 40 MINI and 26 Motorrad during the first two months of 2011.

"This is an overall growth of 29% compared with the same period last year where we sold 629 vehicles," he said in a statement 14th March.

The retail price for the BMW X3 xDrive20d on the road, without insurance, with BMW service inclusive and repair, starts from RM 348,800 (US$ 114,737).

The service programme offers peace of mind BMW ownership and provides cover from three years from its original registration date or 60,000km, whichever comes first.