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By kaileak on 10/24/12 16:39 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
This is my second BMW, i also own a 2008 BMW 128i. When i first drove the X3, being that it is now 8 years old, i expected it to not be very tight. I expexted a little bit of slop in the suspension, leaks, breaking that wasnt as good as it once was.
Boy was i surprised, this X3 handles like my 128i and still has a nice stiff ride.
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful
By Great car w/little f on 10/13/10 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
is it just my x? backseat gets wet whenever it rains. 3.0 seems right idea. 6 cd changer would've been nice. overall, tight ride.
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11 of 11 people found this review helpful
By Michelle on 07/21/10 19:43 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I have had the X3 for nearly two years. I am now having all sorts of issue about to have to replace the compressor at 67k already had to replace front brakes need rear brakes now. Have problems with the locking system. Also rear lighter cover wont stay closed. Overall I have enjoyed driving the SUV still with a sports car feel. Wish I would have bought the extended warranty,
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5 of 5 people found this review helpful
By MH on 07/09/10 19:25 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
The old (2004) BMW X3 has the best road feel of any car I have ever driven, that includes, BMW 528, 525i, 540i, 740 iL, GMC Yukon, Jeeps, Cadillac CTS. The X3 is a great car. One feels the tightness of the four wheel drive under all conditions. Do not believe those who criticize the steering and handling of this car, they are off base. The gas mileage is outstanding for continuous four wheel drive.
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By Snow girl on 01/24/10 20:36 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
We live in area of heavy snowfall and call this car "snow leopard". Its handling in the ice and snow is the best. It is much better in the deep snow than my Toyota Landcruiser.
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By horacio on 01/14/10 12:55 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
Needs a lot of maintenance, on brakes, tires are expensive, the moon roof does not work. It will cost like 2500 to fix, the first gear jumps really bad I scare to drive it now, and the ac compressor went out! Not a smart buy I have 99,500 miles on it.
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By RDLUI on 08/27/09 14:01 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
Bought this vehicle for my wife when it first came out in 2004. Drives well and is very responsive... just like most BMW's... Have had a good experience overall and not much to complain about. However, the upholstery (not leather but vinyl fabric?) on the front driver's seat started cracking during the 3rd year of ownership and the fabric was replaced under warranty during the 4th and final year of warranty. My complaint is that barely a year later, the same cracking is appearing on the same seat. My wife weighs about 105 lbs and there's only 52,000kms (30,000 miles) on the car!
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By poeschel1 on 01/24/09 06:16 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
Purchased this car to replace a Tahoe for fuel economy. Gets great fuel economy, 2.5l is adequate but wish I had gone with the 3.0l. Excellent stability in poor driving conditions. Fit and finish is severely lacking. Ash tray lid won't stay closed. Paint chipping on roof rack. Often have issues with door locking system. Radio seems to delete all preset stations every couple days. I also have 330i and experience none of these issues. BMW really missed the mark with this car. Feels like a Kia.
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By Ben on 09/06/08 11:53 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I own the X3 2.5 for 4 years now. Fun to drive and a smart looking crossover. However Airbag mat (now a official recall) broke 5 times, windows seals have been replaced 3 times and car still CREAKS on every turn and pothole. Steering rack start creaking, too, and was completely replaced. I do find those problems not acceptable for BMW and will stay away until the get their quality back. BMW paid for their mistakes: I have bought their extended warranty for about 3000 extra to extend to 100k/6 years and they will fix no matter what without question ask. Do not get the car without warranty or prepaid service - it´s a money pit !
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By Ed Rohnk on 11/19/07 13:04 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2004 BMW X3 SUV 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
It is very responsive to the movement of the controls. Acceleration is good. Holds the road well. It is a surpringly nimble car for its size. The breaking is excellent. The interior is spacious. Dash board and instrument readouts are easy to see. I like the orange lighting at night. The exterior sun roof design is beautiful. I enjoy just looking at it.
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