BMW X3

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The BMW X3 is a sports utility vehicle SUV 4x4 or Sports Activity Vehicle as BMW has described it. Basically the USP of this vehicle is its style and flexibility and BMW aimed it to appeal at younger drivers in the sector as well as more women drivers. Its similar in size to a Land Rover or a Jeep Cherokee and this Mid size SUV is a more compact version of its forerunner the X5. The X3 continues the X5s mix of off-road capability but with bigger emphasis on sports touring capability but in a smaller package. On launch in 2004 the X3s engine line-up was fairly limited with a 2.0-petrol, launched in 2005, as the smallest and most affordable. The range has expanded considerably since with 3.0-litre versions offering up to 280bhp. There are also diesel versions up to 3.0-litre with 215bhp. These more powerful up to date versions are the ones to seek out. They are more enduring and provide better economy. Post 2005 updates also included goodies such as digital TV and MP3 compatibility. The 2006 updated offered even greater choice with the arrival for the first time a diesel engine at the top of the range in the new BMW X3, the 3.0-litre straight six with Variable Twin Turbo technology BMW X3 3.0sd, developing a superior 210 kW/286 hp. Again 2007 updates have extended the range receiving BMWs EfficientDynamics technology and improvements in overall performance.

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  • parkkeeper Rank: Sergeant 17th Jul 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    After a long time searching, I settled on the BMW X3 and I'm glad I did. As a private owner, buying for cash, I needed a car which was comfortable, reliable and economical to own. I have all three, plus it's a BMW! Where other dealers were casual about their approach to my queries, Sycamore, the BMW ...

  • Guest 15th Jan 2009

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    I don't like the elbow room in my BMW X3, badly positioned centre arm rest (too high for manual gear shift) Hate the park sensors they could do with a linked light system, same as my 06 Jeep Grand Cherokee had. No mudflaps available for the M-Sport so you get all the crud up the sides and all over t ...

  • Guest 4th Oct 2008

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    Very very powerful, good looking, good quality build, reliable, great family car, very economical, very nice styling. I have one and i love it !!! If your looking for a family car look no further you have just found your dream car

  • fourbyfour 20th May 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    I have a BMW X3 3.0d M Sport. Love the look of the vehicle. Build quality is typical BMW in spite of what earlier reviews say. Ride is on the firm side even with sports suspension delete, but no worse than any sportier car.
    Cornering is fantastic though. Quiet at all speeds. No dieselly rattle at ...

  • X3 Rank: Corporal 8th Oct 2007

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    If you want a cross between a family car and sports car, the BMW X3 M Sport is it, the grip is great and safety and reliability from BMW is 10/10. Looks are very cool, the Sept 07 model has a new engine and its faster, better on fuel (MPG 43), is in a lower tax band and better top end. All in all a ...