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BMW X3 Features and Specs

Features & Specs

  • Engine 2.5 L Inline 6-cylinder
  • Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
  • Transmission 6-speed Manual
  • Horse Power 184 hp @ 6000 rpm
  • Fuel Economy 15/22 mpg
  • Bluetooth No
  • Navigation No
  • Heated Seats Yes
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Review of the 2005 BMW X3

  • Looking for a small SUV that performs like a sport sedan? The X3 shouldn't disappoint, so long as you don't mind its big price tag and so-so cabin ambience.

  • Safety

  • Pros

    World-class engines, nimble handling, precise steering, comfortable cabin, solid build quality.

  • Cons

    Expensive for a compact sport-ute, limited cargo space, some economy-grade interior materials, overly stiff ride with Sport Package.

  • What's New for 2005

    No significant changes for 2005.

What Others Are Saying

Customer Reviews

  Average Consumer Rating (44 total reviews)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Extremely poor reliability

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)

This car has terrible reliability in 3 yrs I have spent nearly $10,000 in repairs. - two A/C compressor hoses - sunroof leak - air mass meter - all for O2 sensors - complete radiator replacement Do not buy this car.



Great car

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)

The 2.5 has been surprisingly zippy to drive. It is the best car on snow that I have ever owned. Very rough ride and poor fuel economy are my two key complaints. I've never had any significant problems and I have about 45,000 miles on it now. It had several nuisance problems while under warranty like rattles and problems with warning lights but nothing significant. BMW seems a little loose on their quality control, especially for the price. Overall, however, the car is excellent. I have noticed it is a head turner too. People still stop and look at it in parking lots and it is two years old.


2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The best suv for the

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)

We have owned our 2.5L X3 for over a year now and we could not be happier. This is an excellent crossover SUV.



Fun to drive

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)

Great car to drive a little bumpy but not bad. Fuel economy isnt as good as I hoped but better then others. Overall like the car funt to drive will probably buy another BMW.


1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Fun, reliable and good gas

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)

Traded a Lexus RX300 for the BMW. The BMW is far more nimble and fun to drive. My gas mileage has been great, 18 to 20 in town and 25 to 26 on the highway. The BMW is not as quiet or luxurious as the Lexus but has more room behind the rear seat and the seats are more comfortable (still pretty hard though). My only complaint is that the interior is dfficult to keep clean. The dash and synthetic seats look tough but show every spec of dust. Advice: don't get the black interior.



X3 rating

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Vehicle: 2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)

The only objection I have to this vehicle is the need to use premium fuel. However, maybe that's necessary because of the outstanding engineering.


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What's New for 2005

No significant changes for 2005.

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Gas Mileage

EPA-Rated MPG

  • 15
  • cty
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  • 22
  • highway
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