2012 BMW X3 - Consumer Discussions

BMW X3 Lease Questions

• Lease on an X3

  Written by: lalombard on Apr 21, 2013 7:35:58 AM

  Hey all - I need a reality check on some lease quotes I got yesterday at a BMW dealer here in Indiana. They seem a little high, but I'm also asking them to take my 2012 honda CRV (it's horrible in the snow and the honda dealer doesn't seem to think there's anything wrong), so maybe they're not being too generous. They payoff for the Honda is really close to the ... Read More

• Help needed on offer from dealer

  Written by: ken954 on Jan 29, 2013 5:10:53 PM

  So I'm trying to finalize a deal after finally finding the vehicle I wanted with the right options, working to get the best possible price. I located a 2013 x3 35i optioned the way I'd want it, somewhat aggressively priced since it's a demo with 8000 miles. I need some advice on whether this offer from the dealer is really bad (I don't think it's great) and, if so, suggestions on ... Read More

BMW X3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 X3 28i pricing question

  Written by: mvreddy48 on Jan 1, 2013 7:42:30 PM

  xDrive28i BASE MSRP $38,500 Jet Black $0 Beige Leatherette $0 Silver Matte Trim $0 Cold Weather Package $700 Comfort Access keyless entry $500 Navigation system $2,150 Panoramic moonroof $1,350 Real Time Traffic Information $0 Rear manual side window shades $250 BMW Assist with enhanced Bluetooth and USB $0 Park Distance Control $750 Rear-view camera $400 BMW Rubber Floor Mats $81 Online Information Services $0 Destination & Handling: $895 Total MSRP as ... Read More

BMW X3 Lease Questions

• X3 Lease Questions

  Written by: candyman6 on Dec 4, 2012 12:09:52 PM

  I just was told I qualified for tier 1 credit from BMW - can you tell me the money factor for December 2012 I'm in PA - I keep seeing .00125 on here but I am being quoted .00135 and 57% residual on a 2013 X3 35i 36mo/15kmi year lease.

• Great thread - need advice

  Written by: sthodla on Nov 18, 2012 5:58:22 PM

  Hi everyone, First time buying a car and I'm trying not to screw up the numbers too much. Car I'm looking for: 2013 X3 28i Space Grey Black interior MSport Technology Premium Only have 1 quote so far and definitely seems on high side looking at the numbers on this site. But I'm not sure why? MSRP: 50950 (includes destination charge of $895) Market Savings: $2395 Rebate: $1000 SmartChoice Price: $47300 ... Read More

BMW X3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Tailgate not opening BMW X3 2102

  Written by: kforgue on Nov 4, 2012 7:14:30 AM

  I purchased my X3 in 2012. I started having a problem where the trunk was not automatically popping up, I had to pull it manually. The problem: a small freeze pop, 4 oz, leaked on the cargo area. It apparently caused some computer part to break. They wanted to charge me 750 to repair. However I argued that no small amount of liquid spilled in a trunk area should cause such ... Read More

BMW X3 Lease Questions

• Re: Extra X3 Incentives [albert72]

  Written by: flightnurse on Oct 18, 2012 9:12:42 AM

  What examples do you have for these aggressive leases? I do BMW has specials on their CPO cars 2008-2010 MY. month ago I was looking at a 2012 X3 which was a factory executive car. fully loaded, MSRP was $54K (cough) however they would sell it to me for $45K, a new 2012 X3 MSRP 47K I could have gotten it for 44K, not that huge of a saving. In Phoenix ... Read More

• Multiple security deposits; dealers

  Written by: billmv on Oct 9, 2011 12:56:56 AM

  Anybody know how many MSDs you can do with BMW and how much each one reduces the MF? Looking at a 2012 X3 28i if that matters. Also, any recommendations on great internet departments at dealers in N. California (or SoCal). Thanks!

• Re: 2012 vs 2013 negotiations [uasound]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 22, 2012 6:06:35 PM

  You're welcome uasound. It's difficult to say, but I suspect that if you are in an area that has a decent level of competition that you may be able to get a 2012 model for a couple hundred dollars over dealer invoice. BMW really didn't provide much in the way of cash incentives on the X3 so you probably won't be able to do much better than that. Car_man Host Prices ... Read More

• Lease 2012 X3 28i

  Written by: rnmt on Oct 2, 2011 8:17:56 PM

  Purchased 2012 BMW X3 28i (ordered on Sept 13, delivery at Performance Delivery Center in Spartanburg SC - BMW factory - October 20 - would highly recommend) with the following options: Premium, convenience, sport activity, cold weather, and technology packages, BMW apps, brushed aluminum, chestnut brown leather, Bluewater metallic exterior MSRP $49,125 Sales price: $46,280 Acquisition fee $725 doc fee $195 Due at signing 1st payment and registration Lease $759.13/month 0.00195 ... Read More

BMW X3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• BMW Drive Event Notes

  Written by: phillini on Jun 24, 2012 12:44:57 PM

  For those wondering about what the BMW Drive Event consists of, I wanted to share my experience that occurred on June 23, 2012 at BMW of Peoria. We arrived at the event a little early and proceeded to the registration area. Check-in was an extremely easy, fast and painless experience. Any driver has to provide a valid drivers license. Even though we were early, the car we registered to drive was ... Read More

• Strangely decent deal

  Written by: sleepybubba on Jun 18, 2012 11:09:29 AM

  I have 2012 BMW X3 xDrive28i with 3,700 miles on it offered for 33K. Not many options other than sunroof. Is it a good deal?

BMW X3 Lease Questions

• Re: 2011 BMW X3 - October Lease Rates? [soupaman]

  Written by: rnmt on Sep 28, 2011 11:41:53 AM

  Unless you pick one from the lot, it's going to be 2012's since they switched production recently. I know because I ordered an X3 28i Sept 13 for Oct 20 delivery and I am getting a 12, not an 11. Are you positive on the $750 dealer cash? I did not hear about it.

• Re: June 2012 BMW Lease rates [Car_man]

  Written by: jmcbmw on Jun 15, 2012 7:21:36 PM

  Thanks for you reply Car_man, I am planning on leasing a 2013 (not 2012) X3 28i. Was told the MF is .00185 instead of last months .00190, the residual I was told is 55%.

• 2011 BMW X3 - October Lease Rates?

  Written by: soupaman on Sep 28, 2011 11:19:05 AM

  Hi, My 2008 BMW lease term is coming due. I am considering a 2011 or 2012 X3 28i with xDrive. Two questions for the group: 1) Can someone help me to make sure I have all the savings options covered? - $1,000 cash or .00030 reduction for customer loyalty - $750 dealer cash - multiple security deposit reduction of money factor - AMEX carbuying price - Anything missing? 2) Can someone ... Read More

• Re: June 2012 BMW Lease rates [jmcbmw]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 14, 2012 3:09:09 PM

  Hey jmcbmw. BMW Financial Services' June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a base 2012 X3 28i with 15,000 miles per year are .00190 and 53%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: September lease rates [dwoolman]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 22, 2011 4:49:39 PM

  Hi dwoolman. BMW Financial Services' September buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2012 X3 28i with 15,000 miles per year are .00195 and 55%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tiers. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a '12 X3 35i are the same. Unfortunately the $1,000 loyalty cash and .00030 loyalty money factor reduction are not ... Read More

• Re: June 2012 BMW Lease rates [jmcbmw]

  Written by: jmcbmw on Jun 4, 2012 7:52:14 PM

  I got the info in case anyone is interested. Everything the same this month on the X3's (residuals) except the Money Factor has dropped to .00185. Every little bit helps!

• June 2012 BMW Lease rates

  Written by: jmcbmw on Jun 4, 2012 4:43:41 PM

  Hey car_man & kyfdx, do either of you have June 2012 lease rates for BMW X3 28i? 36 month, 15K. I ordered in May but can get whichever month has better residual and money factor. Have a week or so to go before I get the X3. Thanks!

BMW X3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 BMW X3 28i base paid/quoted price CA SF Bay area

  Written by: rywu2012 on May 9, 2012 9:53:08 PM

  Can anyone share any recent 2012 X3 28i price paid or quoted recently from dealers around SF Bay area? I am looking at the base model with not much added options.

• Re: 2012/2013 X3 Base [bugchucker]

  Written by: jeffreyfu on May 7, 2012 2:08:04 PM

  It says "BMW Drive for Team USA Allowance is available on all new 2012 and 2013 BMW models". And also confirmed with my CA that it can be used for X3.

• Re: 2012/2013 X3 Base [jay_2013]

  Written by: stactum on May 4, 2012 1:02:17 PM

  Q5 will be going through mid-cycle refresh for 2013, even it's not changing that much visually, it will still get some new headlights, and some interior improvements. If you will find one sitting on dealer's lot - you may be able to get it reasonably cheap. As for bimmers - even it Milwaukee the first quotes I got were about 1500$ off MSRP, I ended up getting it at invoice for ... Read More

BMW X3 Lease Questions

• Re: Lease on a Demo X3 28i [manny431]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 30, 2012 4:08:18 PM

  Hi manny431. It's difficult to say how large a discount the dealer will be willing to provide you on this truck, but I completely agree with you that I would want a selling price of under invoice on a demo vehicle that has over 3,000 miles on it. BMW Financial Services' April buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 X3 2.8 with 12,000 ... Read More

BMW X3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 BMW X3 May Deals [sleepybubba]

  Written by: sevenaway on Apr 25, 2012 5:47:45 AM

  Appreciate the insight. I will most likely wait until the offers come out next week before attempting a purchase.

• Re: 2012 BMW X3 May Deals [sevenaway]

  Written by: sleepybubba on Apr 24, 2012 1:47:51 PM

  My local dealer tried to assure me that with only a couple of 2012 xDrive28i on his lot, they would fly off the lot for MSRP, so he doesn't even have to share the quest cash.

• 2012 BMW X3 May Deals

  Written by: sevenaway on Apr 24, 2012 12:54:02 PM

  With the 2013 X3 hitting the lots now, does anyone have any insight on the possible May offers for the remaining 2012s? Any rumors?

BMW X3 Lease Questions

• Lease on a Demo X3 28i

  Written by: manny431 on Apr 17, 2012 8:43:21 AM

  Hi Car_Man, I was wondering if you could help me out with a few questions. I'm currently negotiating a lease deal with my dealer for 2012 x3 that was a demo. It has about 3k miles on it and its base as far as options go. I was thinking that this car should go below invoice since it is a Demo model. I also have another BMW so I get loyalty ... Read More

BMW X3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Quote on 2013 BMW X3 [radoncgs]

  Written by: gauravgulati on Apr 15, 2012 5:01:29 PM

  Yes, It is N20. 2013 X3 2.8 are N20 only. I didn't Test Drive N20 X3 2.8 (You probably won't find one on the lots yet for a test drive as people who pre-ordered, are getting their vehicles delivered now. I test drove 2012 X3 2.8 (inline 6 cyl) - in March and I did test drive 3-series (N20) a few days back. I must say, it was kool. Unless you ... Read More

• Price for new BMW X3 28i MRSP $44,875

  Written by: carfuss on Nov 3, 2011 6:29:15 AM

  I am getting quotes in the Chicago area for a 2011 or 2012 BMW X3 28i, silver ext, black interior, premium pkg, convenience pkg, climate pkg, and park distance control. When I build at BMW USA, I get a MRSP of $44,875. I am a current BMW owner. What should I negotiate for this car. Also, what should I negotiate for the lease for lease factor and residual for 36 mts ... Read More

• Re: Quote on 2013 BMW X3 [gauravgulati]

  Written by: stactum on Mar 25, 2012 7:03:22 PM

  I spoke with Concours and International in MKE, Zimbrick, and bunch of dealers at IL (Knauz - since they are part of costco program but it's $1K over invoice, Patrick BMW, Motor Werke, and lots of others). MKE dealers offered me 1500 off MSRP and I test drove 2012 X3 at both. Concours was very strict with pricing, International seemed very strict but after I told them that I got one ... Read More

• Price paid 2012 BMW X3 28i

  Written by: rnmt on Oct 2, 2011 8:16:45 PM

  Purchased 2012 BMW X3 28i (ordered on Sept 13, delivery at Performance Delivery Center in Spartanburg SC - BMW factory - October 20 - would highly recommend) with the following options: Premium, convenience, sport activity, cold weather, and technology packages, BMW apps, brushed aluminum, chestnut brown leather, Bluewater metallic exterior MSRP $49,125 Sales price: $46,280 Acquisition fee $725 doc fee $195 Due at signing 1st payment and registration $759.13/month 0.00195 money ... Read More

• Re: Quote on 2013 BMW X3 [stactum]

  Written by: gauravgulati on Mar 25, 2012 2:33:03 PM

  Hey Stactum, I'm in Green Bay area & planning on buying 2013 X3 28i. I test drove the 2012 one, but the Vermillion Red with my options wasn't available and that's when the Salesman told me about the 2013 X3 w/4-cyl turbo coming in Apr/2012. So, I'm waiting to test drive it. However, I would definitely like to know more about the dealers you contacted for your 2013 X3 28i quotes. ... Read More

• Re: Quote on 2013 BMW X3 [stactum]

  Written by: kyfdx on Mar 14, 2012 4:18:27 PM

  $2500 off already? Not bad.. No thought of taking delivery of a current 2012 with the six-cylinder?

• 2012 BMW X3 2.8i Lease

  Written by: btpd327 on Feb 20, 2012 9:35:23 PM

  Just ordered a new 2012 BMW x3 2.8i with the following options Space Gray with Oyster Navada Leather Premium Package Cold Weather package Convenience Package Technology Package MSRP $47,595 My dealer said $44,900......lease in NJ with all taxes....$4000 down, 15K Miles a year for $645 a month 36 month. Is this a good deal ?? Loyal BMW owner

BMW X3 Lease Questions

• Re: Correct Residual Value? [chdavis]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 9, 2012 3:48:36 PM

  Hello chdavis. BMW Financial Services' January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 X3 xDrive28 with 15,000 miles per year are .00195 and 55%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tiers. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of an X3 xDrive35 are interestingly exactly the same. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: Correct Residual Value? [jdmass]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 4, 2011 3:56:44 PM

  Hi jdmass. BMW FS' current 36-month, 12k residual value for a 2012 X3 is 56%. The posts that you saw are referencing an expired program. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• New X3 xdrive35i

  Written by: Scorpio77 on Dec 4, 2011 3:50:48 PM

  Hi - I am looking to lease a new X3 35i. I am in the NY metro area and am returning my old 335i (lease expires in Jan 2012). After going through the forums I am still a little confused about what I should aim. Please suggest: MSRP: 51175 (X3 35i, metallic, cold weather, technology and premium) BMW finance discount: -1000 Dealer discount: -3000 (I think this is prob the best ... Read More

BMW X3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Considering a 2005 BMW X3, input needed :)

  Written by: carlamoreno on Jul 8, 2011 4:41:39 PM

  Good deal? Give me your thoughts 18k - 60 K service completed. - New Tires - SMOG check done . - Registration paid for until June 2012. pics here http://www.flickr.com/photos/93894566N00/sets/72157627123943462/

BMW X3 Reliability

• Considering a 2005 BMW X3, input needed :)

  Written by: carlamoreno on Jul 8, 2011 4:22:50 PM

  Good deal? Give me your thoughts 18k - 60 K service completed. - New Tires - SMOG check done . - Registration paid for until June 2012. pics here http://www.flickr.com/photos/93894566@N00/sets/72157627123943462/

2011 BMW X3

• Re: New X3: 2011 or 2012 ? [pierred]

  Written by: twistedmetal on Mar 16, 2011 5:56:58 PM

  They're 2011's. BMW is releasing some 2012 models early, but the X3 is not one of them.

• New X3: 2011 or 2012 ?

  Written by: pierred on Mar 16, 2011 5:04:21 PM

  To day I've been to my BMW dealer in Quebec City and the salesman told me that the new X3 is a 2011 model while I read on the net, at many places that it was a 2012 model. Who is right ?

BMW X3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Am I getting a good deal?

  Written by: nan2b on Mar 21, 2007 7:33:00 PM

  The dealer is offering 2006 BMW x3 for 34,995; certified used with extended warranty til 2012 or 100,000 miles. It has 13,800 miles on it already. What should I look out for? Dealer is selling several and has told me "hurry,purchase it, it won't last." A quick reply would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!