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Used 2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.75 out of 5 stars

X3 is worthy of the BMW name

Michael C, 04/28/2005
BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
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If you are looking for an SUV that is big enough to haul some serious stuff, yet corners and handles well enough to keep a smile on your face, then this is the vehicle for you. The suspension keeps the car from rolling in the corners, and the traction and stability control (both standard) keep everything firmly planted. There is a "sport" suspension package available, but I didn't get it. The 6 speed manual is the slickest I've ever driven in an SUV - it's very well matched to the in- line 6 cylinder. The engine is sweet too, with plenty of low rev torque. I've owned 7 new very nice sporty Japenese SUVs and liked them all. But after driving the BMW X3, I don't think I will ever go back.

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5 out of 5 stars

BETTER THAN THE REST

Noah, 06/23/2005
BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Really love my X-3. It is the right size for me. I hate large SUV's and the other SUV's in the size category can be seen everywhere!! I went to the mall one day and came out only to find five Black Infinity FX's in the same row!! Love the look of the X-3. I get alot of stares. The power is perfect and I can still park in all garages. Quality of the craftmenship has been great. Buy something else if you want ugly styling or an SUV that nearly everybody has(i.e the Lexus.) This is my first BMW and I won't be going to any other brand in the future!!!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

A bit pricy, but fun to drive.

Ed, 01/06/2005
BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I never thought I would purchase a BMW. While delivering some documents to the dealer, the owner of the dealership took me out for a test drive during a heavy downpour. The X3 handled like a champ! It performed like a sports car ... it feels like one.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great SUV

Steve, 11/07/2005
BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
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The BMW X3 has great styling and sporty ride. I can't wait to drive it in the snow.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Great Crossover

rich r, 05/04/2005
BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
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Great performance from BMW as usual. Handles just like a 3-series. Fantastic brakes and road feel.

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