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Used 2005 BMW X3 SUV Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive

Fabio, 02/17/2005
2005 BMW X3 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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We wanted to buy a Lexus RX 330, but we decided to test drive the X3 as well. We were so amazed by the drive and the performance that we changed our mind. X3 gives you the peace of mind while driving, some undescribable sense of safety, and it has enough power to satisfy you under almost every road conditions.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great SUV

Steve, 11/07/2005
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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4.5 out of 5 stars

Wish it used less gas

yetialan, 12/30/2005
2005 BMW X3 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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Wow what a great car/truck/suv. I would expect it to get better gas mileage since it is based on a car platform. Awesome ride and handling and what an amazing sunroof. Got the red leather interior. Interesting no one has it so it looks sharp. Easy navigation system. Not that much room in the trunk area but certainly enough. Feels rock solid on the road and safe. Memory seating build into key fob has to be one of the best features along with heated steering wheel. Great sunroof. It sure holds its value. Hope this helps. Thanks

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4.63 out of 5 stars

A bit pricy, but fun to drive.

Ed, 01/06/2005
2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
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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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3.5 out of 5 stars

This is a BMW?

Emily, 02/17/2005
2005 BMW X3 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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When reading this rating, know that I am comparing it to other BMWs. I was greatly disappointed in pretty much everything, especially after driving a 330ci. The X3 was a rough ride, the manual transmission felt empty, the automatic just wasn't that impressive. The quality of the vehicle itself wasn't up to the usual level BMW offers. The only thing that reminded me that I was driving a BMW was the symbol on the steering wheel.

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