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4.6 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

My X3

Kenneth Lowrie, 07/16/2005
2005 BMW X3 2.5i AWD 4dr SUV (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
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This is a great car. I love SUV's. My earlier car was a Ford Explorer. This smaller vehicle is far superior for the city driving I do. I don't particularly like the fact that I have to use premium gasoline, but with the good fuel mileage I get it's really not that much more expensive to operate. It handles wonderfully and is fun to drive.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Nice Little Beauty

PaulV, 07/30/2005
2005 BMW X3 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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I also have a 2004 330i, so I was expecting my little X3 3.0 to be a smoker too. Well...I know its not a fair comparison since it is encumbered by some extra weight and the drag of an all-wheel-drive system. I was just expecting a little more POP. Nevertheless, this the most fun to drive and nimble SUV I tested. Definitely handles like my sedan and gives me the same sporty feel. And - without a doubt in my opinion - the best looking SUV on the road - well...except for maybe the X5.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

A Non-Truck!

ProMariner, 11/13/2004
2005 BMW X3 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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I am not a big fan of SUV's, but finally needed something larger than my car. This baby does the trick! Styling, versatility, comfort, and performance all rolled into one! Inside you don't have the feeling of being in a truck or mini-van. Outside, there's no mistaking it for a pick-up with a cap. With the 3.0 liter engine you fly and if you feel sporty, the 5-speed automatic lets you shift manually. Between the roof rack, trailer hitch, and cargo bay you can put your bicycles on top, out back, or inside! It may not be enough room for a party of six, but it's more than enough for a couple or small family. Only knock is that the AWD gets 16MPG around town and requires premium gas only.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

I'll keep it

srq, 07/30/2005
2005 BMW X3 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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Performance and quality top notch. Ride rough on rough roads.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

nice for an suv

heather, 07/31/2005
2005 BMW X3 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
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I traded a 3 series for this car and the extra space is great. I miss the handling of my 3 series but I like the compact nature of this SUV. Highly rec not getting the sport package as it is way too stiff. I also feel that this car, even with the 3.0, is not as powerful as it should be. We are a BMW family and it is hard to be fair comparing it to a sedan, but it is great for our growing family. I also like my installed DVD's in the headrests.

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