Bmw X3 problems

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Overview of popular issues
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The BMW X3 is an SUV manufactured by BMW since 2003, based on the BMW 5 Series platform. Now in its third generation, BMW markets the car as a Sports Activity Vehicle, the company's proprietary descriptor for its X-line luxury vehicles.

The first-generation X3 was designed by BMW in conjunction with Magna Steyr of Graz, Austria—who also manufactured all X3s under contract to BMW. BMW manufactured the second-generation X3 at their Spartanburg plant in South Carolina, United States. Starting with the third generation, BMW South Africa's Rosslyn plant began production of the X3, alongside the Spartanburg plant, after the facility underwent a major upgrade to prepare for the X3 production, replacing the long-running 3 Series production in the plant. About 76,000 units will be manufactured there annually.

The car was the first mid-size, premium SUV on the market. In 2008, BMW started competing with the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class (renamed GLC-Class since 2016), and numerous other SUVs in this segment. The X3 is smaller than the X5 and X6, and bigger than the X1 and the X2.

An all-electric variant is sold as the BMW iX3.

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Common Bmw X3 problems

The BMW X3, a luxury compact crossover SUV, has been praised for its design, performance, and technology. However, like any vehicle, it is not immune to problems. Here are some of the most common issues reported by BMW X3 owners, based on the provided search results:

Electrical Problems: The BMW X3 is equipped with many advanced electronics, which can sometimes lead to issues with sensors, power windows, or the iDrive infotainment system. These problems can result in warning lights on the dashboard, malfunctions, or inconvenience for the driver. Regular maintenance and software updates are essential for addressing electrical problems. If issues persist, it is recommended to consult a professional mechanic with expertise in BMW electronics for a thorough diagnosis and repair.
Oil Leaks: Oil leaks are a common problem in BMW X3s, often attributed to gasket failures or problems with the oil pan. These leaks should be addressed promptly, as neglecting them can lead to engine damage and costly repairs. Repairs may involve gasket replacements or oil pan repairs, which should be performed by a qualified technician.
Transmission Problems: Transmission problems, such as rough shifting, slipping gears, or failure to engage properly, can occur in BMW X3s. Regular transmission maintenance, including fluid changes and inspections, is crucial for preventing these issues. If problems persist, early diagnosis and repair are essential to maintain the transmission's integrity.
Suspension Components: The sporty handling of the BMW X3 can strain suspension components, leading to issues with shock absorbers, control arms, or sway bar links. Regular inspections and replacement of worn parts can maintain ride quality and safety.
Cooling System Problems: Overheating can be a concern in the BMW X3, often due to failures in the cooling system. Regular maintenance and addressing leaks are crucial for avoiding engine overheating and potential damage.
Brake Issues: Due to its spirited driving nature, brake wear is a common problem for the X3. Timely replacement of brake pads and rotors is essential for safety, ensuring optimal braking performance.
Engine Problems: While BMW engines are generally reliable, some X3s may encounter issues such as misfires, oil consumption, or problems with the timing chain guides. These issues can lead to engine failure or inability to start.
Steering System Problems: Some drivers have reported problems with the steering system on their BMW X3, whereby steering has become increasingly heavy. This problem is often linked to a malfunctioning power steering system but could also be caused by low tire pressure.
Automatic Gearbox Issues: Drivers have reported an issue with the automatic gearbox on their BMW X3, where it selects the wrong gear for them. This issue is reportedly caused by an electrical fault and requires a thorough diagnosis by a trained mechanic.
Rear Spoiler: The rear spoiler fitted to some cars made between 14 July 2017 and 22 February 2018 could fall off, causing additional wind noise when it starts to come loose.
Restricted Fuel Supply: A problem in the fuel tank of examples made from 16 August 2016 and 21 January 2018 could lead to restrictions in the fuel supply and cause the engine to stall.
Isofix Restraints: The rear Isofix restraints on cars constructed between 1 August 2010 and 15 April 2016 could work loose over time.
Front Passenger Airbag: A small number of X3s built before 2013 could have a problem with the front passenger airbag not deploying correctly in a collision.
Power Steering Failure: An electrical issue with the power steering system could cause it to fail on X3s built between 19 September 2011 and 8 December 2015.
EGR Cooler: There have been three recalls for leaking EGR coolers, which apply to various models built between 5 August 2010 and 24 October 2017.

To ensure the longevity and reliability of a BMW X3, it is essential to adhere to routine maintenance schedules, address any issues promptly, and consult professional mechanics with expertise in BMW electronics and mechanics when necessary.

What are problems with the BMW X3?

Q: What are common problems across BMW X3 models? A: Common issues include broken timing chain guides, sunroof leaks, rattles, oil leaks, overheating engines due to coolant system problems, faulty window regulators, steering problems, problematic EGR systems in diesel engines, and more.

Are BMW X3s reliable?

BMW X3 Reliability Rating Breakdown. The BMW X3 Reliability Rating is 2.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 10th out of 11 for luxury compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $1,034 which means it has poor ownership costs.

What is the weakness of the BMW X3?

Some common problems with the BMW X3 include:

Steering problems.
Gearbox problems.
Engine problems.
Brake problems.

Are BMW X3 expensive to maintain?

What Is the Estimated Average Cost to Repair an X3? Per Your Mechanic, the estimated average cost to repair a BMW X3 is $318, which includes the average cost for maintenance. Maintenance and repair costs range from $80 to $4473, with oil changes being the most common service you'll likely pay for on your vehicle.

Percentage distribution of complaints by Bmw X3 years

We have researched Bmw problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Bmw X3 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Bmw X3 model years:

Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Bmw X3 model years.

Distribution of the number of complaints by Bmw X3 years

We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:

Bmw X3 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analysing all complaints related to Bmw X3 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:

Air bags problems
Electrical system problems
Seats problems
Engine problems
Unknown or other problems

The graph below shows statistics for all Bmw X3 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by X3 model years

A total of 84 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by X3 model years

There were a total of 113 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by X3 model years

There were a total of 121 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

The NHTSA has received 1798 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Bmw X3 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Bmw X3 vehicles.

Latest 25 complaints

Bmw X3 2019

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-22
Date Complaint: 2024-10-23
VIN: 5UXTR9C56KL
Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Summary: Headlights cycle on and off. Does this frequently. Checked on BMW site Bimmerpost and other people have had the same problem. Google 2019 BMW x3 headlights tuning off and on after shut down.

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Bmw X3 2016

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-23
Date Complaint: 2024-10-23
VIN: 5UXWZ7C56G0
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: The contact owns a 2016 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not unavailable.

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Bmw X3 2016

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-23
Date Complaint: 2024-10-23
VIN: 5UXWX9C50G0
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: The contact owns a 2016 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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Bmw X3 2018

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-22
Date Complaint: 2024-10-22
VIN: 5UXTR9C59JL
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: The contact owns a 2018 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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Bmw X3 2022

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-21
Date Complaint: 2024-10-21
VIN: 5UX53DP03N9
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: The contact owns a 2022 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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Bmw X3 2024

Date Of Incident: 2024-04-24
Date Complaint: 2024-10-20
VIN: 5UX53DP06R9
Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: Whenever the vehicle is driven, despite the temperature, the panoramic moon roof cracks and creaks and sounds like it is going to break. The dealer said numerous people have also complained about this happening and BMW will NOT do anything about it. This is my 3rd X3 of this body style and my other two did not have this issue because BMW didn't "cheapen" out on the window sealant and materials of the lining and mounts in the sunroof until the LCI redesign or 2023. I am afraid that one of these days it will crack and break downward, causing a major safety hazard while driving and I want BMW to fix and/or remedy the problem(s) ASAP.

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Bmw X3 2020

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
Crash: 1
VIN: 5UXTS1C08L9
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: The accident happened at Noon on [XXX] at the Amazon Fresh/Post office parking lot’s far right exit lane facing [XXX] The address is [XXX] . We were leaving the parking lot and I stopped at the exit lane with 2 cars in front of us. After the first car exited, the second car, a black Ford Explorer, moved forward. I released the brake slightly but my foot was still on the brake pedal. At this moment, my car suddenly accelerated and quickly approached the Explorer. I immediately pressed the brake pedal hard but was unable to stop my car and hit the back of the Explorer. The Explorer was forced out in front of the stop sign but the driver was able to turn right to park at the roadside. With my foot still firmly on the brake pedal, my car kept on accelerating into [XXX] , crossing 5 lanes of traffic until we hit the roadside curb of westbound [XXX] . The car then swerved left and hit a roadside tree, turning sideways into [XXX] middle turn lane. During this entire time, I did not press the accelerator and the car was violently shaking and jerking right and left. As the car slowed down, I was able to steer the car to the right eastbound lane of [XXX] , next to the parking lot near Bank of America’s ATM sign. After I got out of the car, I noticed the front and right sides of the body and tires were damaged including crushing, dents, and significant scratching. The problem I believe is as follows: 1.Sudden Unintended Acceleration and Control Circuit Malfunction. 2.Airbags did not deploy even though we hit a car, curb and tree. 3.Onboard Data Recorder should have the information needed. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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Bmw X3 2022

Date Of Incident: 2024-08-21
Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
VIN: 5UX53DP0XN9
Components: SEAT BELTS
Summary: The front passenger seats warmer is not working. In spite of multiple attempts to get it fixed from BMW of Denver Downtown has not fixed the issue. This can have serious impact during winter weather

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Bmw X3 2019

Date Of Incident: 2024-09-16
Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
VIN: 5UXTR7C52KL
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: The contact owns a 2019 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (STRUCTURE) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Bmw X3 2022

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
Date Complaint: 2024-10-14
VIN: WBX47DP09NN
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: BMW has a safety recall on my vehicle for over two months now with no fix available. I am in the process of moving to Japan and need to sell the vehicle. BMW is prohibiting a lease transfer or sale until the vehicle is fixed, but they cannot fix it. Meanwhile I lost a potential buyer and BMW wants to charge me an early lease termination fee of over $6000 but they will not fix the vehicle and they will not allow me to sell or complete a lease transfer. BMW should accept this vehicle back without charging me extra money for a lease termination fee on a defective vehicle.

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Bmw X3 2021

Date Of Incident: 2024-07-31
Date Complaint: 2024-10-08
VIN: 5UXTY5C02M9
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: This complaint is not due/regarding an accident. It is a complaint about the response time to remedy a recall which has been months long now. In July 2024, BMW recalled 291,112 X3 models from 2018 to 2023 due to a risk of the interior cargo rail detaching in a crash. The attachment bolts for the rail could become damaged, increasing the risk of injury to passengers. What is taking so long to get this fixed? Seems the remedy is to simply replace bolts. I am unable to use this car while it has a safety recall outstanding. Please expedite this fix, it has been several months and in the meantime this car sits being unproductive.

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Bmw X3 2017

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-08
Date Complaint: 2024-10-08
VIN: 5UXWX9C34H0
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: The contact owns a 2017 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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Bmw X3 2019

Date Of Incident: 2024-07-08
Date Complaint: 2024-10-07
VIN: 5UXTR7C56KL
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: Safety recall involving rear cargo rails hasn’t been rectified for 3 months now.

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Bmw X3 2021

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
Date Complaint: 2024-10-07
VIN: 5UXTY5C07M9
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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Bmw X3 2023

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-06
Date Complaint: 2024-10-06
Number Of Injuries: 1
VIN: WBX57DP02PN
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: As I was driving today in the freeway my sunroof exploded. As far as I can tell, It was not caused by rocks or other cars, it just exploded putting my wife and I in a dangerous situation having to park on the side of the freeway. We first thought someone shot at us. We stopped the car and it took us a minute to feel safe to go out, trembling, to check car for gun fire. We looked the entire body while the freeway was full, even for a Sunday, and discovered nothing wrong. As we entered the car and closed our door, we heard the noise of shared glass, so we both left the car again to reinspect it putting our lives in danger as other drivers were passing by. We re-enter the car again and the same thing happened, left the car again to inspect the tires at this time, each time exposing our lives to the freeway traffic. Upon entering the car for the third time, heard freeway noise and thought window was probably opened. It was then that we realized our sunroof was probably broken, upon checking, we were shocked when saw hundreds of pieces of glass on top of our car. It was then that we realized we would have to clean the top of our car with the wind blowing glass everywhere, risking an eye injury, and we were worried another car would be hit with the glass or even worse than that, it would be someone riding a motorcycle which is common on Sunday afternoons and get blind from glass flying from our car to their face. So we spent a while cleaning most of the glass to be able to drive off the freeway, again exposing our lives. During our cleaning of the glass, we put it inside of our car on the floor by the back seats so we would not leave that on the freeway exposing other people to get hurt. During this cleaning time, my wife cut her hand with glass that entered her skin. Not understanding why the accident happened, I’ve decided to research online, only to find that BMW’s x3 having problems with sunroof exploding since 2018, but no recalls! Very upsetting! My car is 2023.

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Latest 5 recalls Bmw X3

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 106 recalls for different components of the Bmw X3.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.

Model: Bmw X3 2022
Report Received Date: 2024-10-15
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Consequence: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.

Model: Bmw X3 2020
Report Received Date: 2024-10-15
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Consequence: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.

Model: Bmw X3 2021
Report Received Date: 2024-10-15
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Consequence: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.

Model: Bmw X3 2019
Report Received Date: 2024-10-15
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Consequence: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.

Model: Bmw X3 2018
Report Received Date: 2024-10-15
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Consequence: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.

Latest negative Bmw X3 car reviews

Unique Bode 2025-08-13

Vehicle year: 2013

A local certified mechanic inspected the car after it stalled in the grocery store parking lot. When I took it in the following week, he informed me that the engine was on its way to seizing. He advised me to get out of the car as soon as possible. The engine problems began around 85k miles, and in retrospect, it seems like I was one of the lucky ones to even make it that far. The maintenance and issues are just too expensive and annoying, especially considering I was sold this car and told about its German engineering and high quality. This experience has left me beyond disappointed and turned me away from the luxury car industry.
Ayden Barton 2025-08-12

Vehicle year: 2014

Although I did not experience any mechanical issues, I found the electronic components to be subpar. The drive train computer had to be replaced within 6 months, which required a 2 week wait. Additionally, the head unit of the navigation system had to be replaced after a year of attempted fixes and multiple visits to the dealer. However, I am grateful for the extended warranty that I purchased back in 2014. As a result of the warranty expiring, I have decided to sell my BMWX3.
Lamont Reinger 2025-08-11

Vehicle year: 2020

My 2020 X3 Xdrive's factory navigation freezes frequently. Despite the dealer's claim that there is no error code and everything is fine, I am confident that this issue needs to be addressed.
Michel Schmidt 2025-08-11

Vehicle year: 2005

This is actually my second bimmer. While it may not be as luxurious as my 528I, I'm a bit disappointed with some of the issues I've been experiencing. The sunroof rattles, the fuses to my 12v outlets keep blowing, and the black on black interior is peeling. Unfortunately, none of these things are covered by warranty and I have to pay for diagnostics to discover the problems. I'm considering trading it in. Overall, I love the look of the car, but the quality has been a bit of a letdown.
Doris Renner 2025-08-09

Vehicle year: 2005

The handling is great and the braking is the best I've ever experienced. The car has plenty of power and is quite peppy. The leather seats are a great option, providing both comfort and style. The wood and aluminum trim add a touch of class to the interior. The car is a real head-turner around town, especially in black sapphire which looks gorgeous in the sunlight. While the ride can be a bit bumpy and you may feel every seam and pebble in the road, overall it's a great car.

Latest positive Bmw X3 car reviews

Morgan VonRueden 2025-08-13

Vehicle year: 2023

I previously owned an Audi Q5 before purchasing my new X3. Although I really liked my 2018 Audi and wasn't initially thinking about trading it, the 39% increase in used car values last fall made it a no-brainer. BMW gave me a $2000 military discount off SRP, which was a great bonus. I've driven the car for around 8000 miles now and every trip is an absolute joy. The super peppy 4cy. turbo gets up and goes in Sport mode, while still achieving over 30 MPG in highway driving. Due to the chip shortage, BMW included some M model features in the car simply to get it produced. The 2022 model was cheaper than a similar 2011 model as some features were unavailable, such as the passenger seat not having power adjustment. The tech package outpaces the Q5 with several additional features. On my first 3-hour trip, the car even asked me if I was tired and offered to find me a coffee shop. The seating position is superb and the ride is extremely quiet. The navigation system takes some getting used to, but it's very large and accurate. Car play is included, but I never use it. The run-flat tires run smoothly and create a much larger cargo area due to the absence of a spare tire. Under the cargo area is a large storage area for small items. All in all, the X3 is an excellent value for the dollar. The only shortfalls of this quality vehicle are the standard sound system (which is very mediocre) and the floor mats supplied are cheap and need replacing. I do miss the USB ports of the Audi as I could load up hundreds of songs.
Dayne Russel 2025-08-10

Vehicle year: 2006

This is my 3rd BMW and I would get it all over again. I love the Bluetooth capability since I am on the phone most of the time. If you're over 40, this car will make you feel 20 again without having to drive the typical and larger dad's SUV, but with big enough cargo space than most SUVs. This car was built to perform, and you will be satisfied.
Edwardo Nikolaus 2025-08-10

Vehicle year: 2005

As a first-time BMW owner, I'm already impressed with my new car. The steering is responsive, the brakes are excellent, and the front seats are incredibly comfortable. While the interior could have used more soundproofing to reduce road noise and wind flow, the vehicle itself is tight-fitting and doesn't have any rattles. The titanium interior seems durable and easy to handle, making it a real head-turner. The only downside is that the cargo area seems a bit small with the rear seats up.
Delbert Dare 2025-08-09

Vehicle year: 2016

We purchased the X3d 18 months ago for several reasons. Firstly, diesel engines are known for their good MPG, and we are pleased to report that we get 33 mpg on and off the highway. This means we rarely have to visit the gas station and can travel an average of 680 miles from empty to full. Secondly, servicing is only required every 10,000 miles or 1 year, and our local BMW dealership is conveniently located just 10 miles from our home. Thirdly, insurance is reasonable, and we receive a 36% discount due to all the safety features. Finally, the car comes with 10 years of roadside assistance, which is part of the deal. Although BMW offers 4 years of free maintenance, we opted to pay for an additional 2 years, as we took out finance over 6 years. This means that when we have to pay for the 7th maintenance, our car will be paid off. The X3d is a delight to drive, and the twin turbo kicks in well when needed. It handles snow and ice with ease, and its good resale value is a testament to its quality. My wife has a mixed back roads and R93 to get to work, and when there are delays, the GPS finds an alternative route for her 20-mile journey each working day. Our backup car is a 2012 Acura RDX, which is on par with the BMW X3d.
Tristian West 2025-08-08

Vehicle year: 2019

I've had my x3 for about a month now, and I have the all-wheel-drive version. Here are my impressions: it handles well for an SUV, with only a bit of expected body roll. This is my first SUV in a while, and I find the power to be adequate to good. Road noise is minimal with the Pirelli all-season run flats, and the ride is smooth. I do worry about the tires not lasting and being on the hook for replacements, though. I leased a demo, and I found that the options added up very quickly. I recommend getting the nav for a bigger screen, and keep in mind that Apple CarPlay costs after one year. The BMW app for unlocking/locking the car is pretty good, but I think the BMW map software is just okay. Google, like normal, is better. I have the higher-end leather seats, and they feel great. There's even a thigh extension for taller drivers. The so-called digital dash is a bit underwhelming, but the start-stop feature is not as pronounced as on my old three series. Harmon Kardon is supposedly standard, even if you don't get the upgrade I did not, but I do miss having the subwoofer. It is not branded as HK if you don't pay for the upgrade. I do wish I had wireless charging, but mine did not come with it. You cannot upgrade aftermarket unless you do some serious work, which is not doable on a lease. There are some negatives, though. The tech is pretty involved, and you need to scroll through menus to set it up properly. The BMW so-called genius did some of it when I picked up the car. I have the heated and cooled seats, but I find that the heating works better than the cooling. I'm not sure if it's really worth getting the 'cooled' seats. The panoramic sunroof is massive, and I really like it. I thought the heads-up display was a gimmick, but now, of course, I do like it. It retailed at 54K and has safety features, but I think my Accord does them all better. Lane-keeping assist in the Accord is more pronounced than in the BMW. I did consider the Honda Passport, but the local dealer would not deal. There's plenty of cargo room, and the seats fold down. Some reviewers have had software issues, but so far, I have had none. I will update my review as time passes. Overall, I'm pretty picky, and so far, I'm pleased for the most part.Hi there! I just wanted to let you know that I recently traded in my 2016 320xi.