BMW X3 2003-2010 used car review

The BMW X3 is a medium SUV with large car interior space.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.7 out of 5

The good

Handles well with excellent performance
Spacious, comfortable interior
Huge boot with handy features

The not-so-good

Ride is firm and might not appeal to all
Oddly high seat position

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

New Zealand models

Japanese models

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

$11,000 to $25,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Price

3-litre six-cylinder, 200kW and 315Nm

Transmission

Six-speed automatic, all-wheel drive

Safety rating

Four-star ANCAP rating (NZ-new model)

Servicing

Variable depending on use

Spare wheel

Space saver tyre

Fuel economy

10.3-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

4564mm

Width

1855mm

Height

1675mm

Towing capacity

720kg (unbraked), 2000kg (braked)

Turning circle

11m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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