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Great Crossover SUV IF you can afford it
Craig Fauver, 12/09/2015
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
237 of 244 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2007 BMW X3 3.0si with about 70,000 miles in January 2012. I was 28 years old at the time and excited about my purchase. It was a CPO and had a 6 month warranty with it. I drive about 30,000 miles annually and at almost 185,000 miles 4 years later I am left to ponder whether it was a good buy or not or whether I would do it again. The car I bought had a new sticker price of something close to $44,000, so considering that the first 5 years / 70k miles absorbed about $26,000 of that made me feel good about the purchase. It was KBB's book price for a private party sale in Good or Very Good condition. Now that I've put 115,000 miles on it I look back at the service and maintenance history and just as I was starting to get impressed by how little went wrong in 115,000 miles but then I hit about 182k and it needed a starter, then tires, then transmission. Needless to say it's been a bad month or so in the repair dept. Here's a list of what I've needed to have done from 70 - 185k miles at the approximate mileage: Every 10k - new oil and filter. Every 20k - new air filter, clean MAF sensor. 80k - Water pump at approx. 90k - tires 125k - Coolant expansion tank was cracked and replaced 135k - tires 150k - windshield washer pumps 150k - brake pads and rotors. 155k - ignition coils and spark plugs 165k - fuel filter 170k - changed brake fluid, bled brakes, new anti-squeal on pads 182k - tires 182k - starter 182k - transmission fluid & filter, differential & transfer case fluid (transmission started slipping, don't believe BMW lifetime fluids get them changed every 30-50k depending on driving conditions and climate). 185k - transmission (bought used with 99k miles for $1480 - a tad under $2700 after mechanic and shop fees)
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New improved 2007 X3
Craig, 11/04/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
35 of 35 people found this review helpful
I had seen the reviews etc on the 06 X3 and since then, the interior has been vastly improved. Super quiet. Driving is a dream. Quick acceleration, great gas mileage in these times of higher prices. I actually have more interior room than my 04 Durango. Great braking and 5 front airbags for safety. This car is a head turner. Take a ride in one. When you return you will buy it!!
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Wonderful SAV - Still in Love!
archibaldg, 01/20/2015
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2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
68 of 70 people found this review helpful
I have had this wonderful vehicle for a few years. We bought it used with an aftermarket warranty to replace a MB C350. I am looking forward to getting in and driving it every day, even after a few years of ownership. In fact, I just realized HOW MUCH I love this car, after having to drive a truly horrible rental because my "baby" is in the body shop for some cosmetic repairs. The handling and power is phenomenal for a small SUV. I love the very firm suspension and the BMW sports seats are hands-down the best, most supportive seats in any vehicle I have ever driven. In fact the X3 inspired us to buy an 08 328i with very similar packages so we can seamlessly switch between a sedan an SUV. Updating this review a few years later, just to confirm what a great vehicle this is. Even at ten years old this SAV still has the power and performance to keep up with and out do many newer SUVs. Last year I drove my father-in-laws new Jeep Grand Cherokee for a day or two and found it a sluggish, lumbering beast compared to my X3. I keep on top of maintenance and use a BMW specialized independent shop. As a result, I do not feel that cost of ownership is any higher than for other ("lesser") vehicles of this age. The naturally aspirated inline six engine is one of the most durable engines BMW has ever built!
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My first bmw
jim bergtold, 12/05/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
35 of 36 people found this review helpful
X3 2007 is nearly perfect with its new engine and transmission and improved interior. It is the best vehicle I have ever owned and I have been driving new mercedes since 1993.
I love it but, it doesn't love me?!
rachaelmac22, 11/30/2011
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
We bought my X3 two years ago, at a great price and with 38,000 miles on it. It is my first suv and not my last. I love this car... it's fast, great looking and a great size (i'm 5'3) Only problem, it has been in the shop more then 8 times... thank goodness we got the extended warranty! New water pump, muffler, engine pistons and other misc items! If I didn't have the warranty and a loaner from my dealership I don't know what I would do. After almost 2 and a half years later, I am looking into a new suv (and not another bmw)
Great SUV!
Mbatista911, 02/01/2016
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2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
37 of 39 people found this review helpful
I have the M Package and it's worth every penny, is gorgeous and handling is superb. Acceleration is go and no breaks down. Gass is normal for a 6 in line. I have owned for 2 1/2 year, buy it used with 119k and now after 10k, I have to say it's still running like new, my wife love it and it drives like a sport car, it turns very good and breaks/stop almost as my M3. Very safe on the rain or snow due to its awd. Update: they are good until they hit 100k, after that the annual maintenance is about $3k, monthly shop visits.
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Goodbye !
VincentView, 06/17/2008
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I finally had enough. Took a major loss by trading in the 2007 X3. Bought the car for 43K and got 29K in trade in ! The transmission problem in my opinion is dangerous and makes the car unpredictable in many situations (turns, acceleration from stop). Although I brought it back to the dealer for the fix, the problem persisted. In my opinion, it is a disgrace that BMW has the audacity to label this thing the "ultimate driving machine". I have been permanently soured by the BMW brand. Goodbye !
X5 goodbye
Richard E. Finley, 12/15/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Having owned two X5s I'm thrilled with the agility and the power response of the X3 - firm ride yes, but smooth and tight. A joy to drive - sporty and more enjoyable than our Z3 and our 325csi.
Dream ride
jim zrust, 11/29/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
The performance and driving experience has exceeded my expectations in the first week of ownership. I like the sporty feeling and the acceleration response and the luxurious feeling. I am happy with the 25 miles/gallon on my first tank of gas. It is a huge step up from my 04 325i that I still own. I am looking forward to a little snow at this point. Thanks from a happy bmw owner.
BMW X3 with the ///M Package -- Never Again
Bryan, 01/14/2018
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
30 of 35 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car for my wife in 2011. It is a 2007 model. It had 50K miles on it when we purchased it. We now have 168K. This one had about every option except navigation (which I didn't want anyhow), and 19" wheels. Ours had the 18" wheels. First, the ///M package is the sharpest looking of all of these X3's. It body colors every component of the car and you don't get the black plastic around the wheel wells. It has been a fairly reliable car, but like any highly optioned vehicle, it has stuff to break. I will try to list everything that has been wrong or I've had to fix. First thing to go wrong was the sub-woofer under the passenger side seat went bad. Then the right hand door speaker followed. The right mirror doesn't fold any more, nor does it self-dim or heat. I assume it's a power problem. The valve cover started leaking and the CCV diaphragm (built into the valve cover) went bad. That requires a new valve cover to fix. Also lost a water pump. They are electric, so a new one installed was $900. Next was a starter and alternator, another $grand to replace those. The transfer case has a motor that has a gear on it; it went bad. I saved a bundle by replacing the gear myself. BMW doesn't carry "just a gear" for it, but some ingenuous person makes them and I bought one. BMW wants $900 for a new motor. The right hand door seal has leaked under hard rains forever. It gets the carpet wet at times. It's a poor design. I had to replace the rear door vapor barrier as it too was getting the rear carpet wet. The bolster heater on the driver's side seat burned through the leather and burned a hole my wife's nice North Face jacket. I hear it's a common problem on BMW's that could have been disastrous. The ambient temperature sensor hasn't read correctly since day one. It is always off about 7 degrees. One day the left dash side window defroster vent just popped off. The little prong that holds it in just broke off. The washer jug fluid motors both went bad. They would leak all of the washer fluid out. The pop up washers for the headlights quit working. No loss there, I hated the things anyhow. My wife loves the car and wants another one. When she starts fixing it, she can have another. I'm thinking Lexus RX350 next time.
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2007 BMW X3 3.0si
Ali, 11/08/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This X3 rules in the mid size SUV market! I had a 2004 X3 with the 3.0 this 3.0 is upgraded to 260 horses and it runs! I have the manual and it says the 0-60 time is 6.8, with a K&N drop in I say my time is below 6.5! This baby can run!
Amazing car
F. Stile, 11/20/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have only owned this car for 3 days but I already love, love, love it! I previously had a volvo cross country wagon but wanted to sit up higher and have more pep. This car really delivers! It is so well made and handles beautifully. The drive is smooth, the seats are comfortable with great lumbar support, and the visibility is outstanding. Really a fun car to drive.
150k miles, no major repairs! (Knock on wood)
Lauraj8554, 02/11/2020
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We purchased this car used with 100k miles on it. It had all of its regular maintenance, and had not required any big ticket repairs. Still going strong at 150k. Our daily driver, runs like a dream. Very spacious, and I have 2 carseats in the back. I love the hatch! I can fit my stroller and groceries without an issue! Very spacious. This car looks like a newer car, and I get compliments on it all the time. It sounds great, runs great and an overall great purchase! We are looking into getting a second one. I challenge anyone to buy a Ford, Chevy etc and see how it's holding up and how it looks with a 150k miles!
BMW X3 is a driving experience
sshazzam, 07/06/2011
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Purchased X3 CPO. Looks brand new. It has lots of pep but I wouldn't mind about 20 more HP. The ride is smooth. I have to laugh at anyone that says this is a rough ride...they have obviously never driven a jeep or a truck. The seats (front and back) are comfy. Acceleration is smooth. Sound system is amazing. The front and rear collision detection is handy. The nav is pretty good. In fact the vehicle is almost flawless. The ONLY flaw that I dont like is about this suv is that the leg room for drivers right leg is reduced by a hump in the interior wall by the gas peddle. And it could use more storage. I have no where to put my sunglasses.
Big Mistake
Regretful, 07/09/2010
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The X3 with premium and sport package looks good in a parking lot or a garage. Ride is hard. Back seat is hard. Nothing happens smoothly or refined. Choppy ride, confused transmission, not enough cup holders or console storage. It's just not worth $44k. It's in the shop, again, for warranty repairs. They tried to tell me it was ready to pick up a few days ago. Hadn't fixed either of the 2 main things it was there for. (Crazy wipers and rattling tailpipe) Still in the shop with no updates. The loaner is wonderful, 2011 328i sedan. It does everything better than the X3. It's like they learned how to build a vehicle, but don't want to do anything with a warranty repair of their past mistakes.
Great Car...So Fun To Drive!
bbimmer7, 01/10/2012
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
Purchased my Platinum Bronze Metallic X3 certified pre-owned in 2010. I've owned many cars, and exclusively SUV's (2 Grand Cherokees and a Toyota Highlander) since the early 90's and this is by far the best handling, best performing car I've ever owned. It accelerates like a dream. If you're buying one CPO, purchase the extended maintenance warranty. I've had several repairs after the "service soon" light came on, and they were all covered under the warranty. All around a great car, loaded with luxury features, and and exhilarating driving experience!
Hesitation-awful transmission
markdi, 05/04/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
I just bought a 2007 BMW X3. I test drove a different one, then took the one off the showroom floor in the color I wanted. I did not notice hesitation on test drive, but immediately noticed on mine. It is a week old and I hate it. Not to mention the stupid plastic handle that my knee constantly hits. The hesitation is horrible. It does it from a dead stop, and while driving at slow speeds. It is unacceptable to me-I want to return it. The transmission is so erratic, that passengers complain about the rough and jolty ride-it is embarrasing to tell them I spent so much on a piece of junk. I think I made a mistake. This is going to be my last BMW. I should have bought the Nissan Murano!
I absolutely love my BMW!
Katie, 08/07/2015
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
17 of 24 people found this review helpful
So being the spoiled 16 year old that I am, my parents surprised me with this car before my birthday in December of last year. I absolutely love my car. When we bought it however, the radiator was busted and it was making some kind of ticking noise. We got that fixed. We kept the car in service and I haven't wrecked or anything. The car's rear tires were worn down when we bought the car so we replaced them. We didn't know at the time that when you buy an expensive car the the front and rear tires were two different sizes. So it messed the transfer case up. When they replaced that, the towing company bent my steering rack which is now throwing off some lights and one of my O2 sensors needs to be replaced. My local BMW dealership told me that once you replace one O2 sensor that you will have to replace the others, which I found out is a lie. But I also had my oil pan replaced, (it had an oil leak when we bought it), and I wouldn't recommend taking it to a place that "specializes" only on foreign made cars. They charged us $2,000 to fix it. One of the parts only costed $35 and the labor was $800. Other than what all has happened, the car is an outstanding car, I honestly don't want to get rid of it. I have 4 siblings. One is a baby and the car is able to fit his car seat in it just fine! The interior is amazing to clean. Mine is white with tan interior and it is easy to spill things on it. But it is also easy to clean. I absolutely love my car and I would recommend it to anyone.
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Just an amazing piece of machinery
Docal, 12/12/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The title of my review says it all about the 2007 X3. The exterior styling is just amazing. I can't tell you how many people have come up to me after seeing the X3 and said to me "hot car" or some variation of that. And it's an SUV!! Performance is excellent, you really need to hold this baby back on the roads. The new 260 hp engine is just perfect. Handling is incredible too. The interior is upgraded and beautiful. You really feel molded to the seats, they are so comfortable. The X3 just exudes class in every way. You just feel so great sitting in it, and driving it is just plain fun.
Fun, Exciting But Has Some Bugs
JKepus, 05/03/2010
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchase experience was very pleasant. BMW service is very good. My 2007 X3 was Certified Pre- Owned and had only 24K miles. I purchased the Extended Full Warranty which was nearly the cost of a full brake job ($1800) at 60k so I considered it money well spent. I have had 2 significant issues with the X3 so far. First, one of the two engine coolant pumps malfunctioned and the vehicle wont let you drive over 20mph for fear of overheating and damage. It happened at 29K miles. Had to use BMW assist to get towed to dealer (took two hours for tow to arrive). Second, had major transmission fluid leak due to bad gasket at 30k miles. Fun car but has been in the shop too many times.
No COMPASS when hot
Joseph, 09/14/2010
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
In temps of 100, when you get in car, compass will not work. After car cools down, about 20 min, compass works fine. Taken for repair twice, & they say not showing up on computer, so they can't find problem, but I can, when temp is around 100. Our warranty runs out next month with 17,000 miles.
certifed used X3 in 2009
cah13cah, 07/29/2011
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my X3 of a 3 year lease - dealer gave a certifed warranty until 50k miles. Mine has a the 6 speed manual trans w/3 litre engine many options (moonroof and MP3,etc) It drives great, but the orig sticker was about 45,000 and I paid much less. Maintenance on this car is exppensive - to replace one tire was $280 and BMW recommends only oil changes after 15,000 miles - much too long. It's a fun car to drive, habdles great and has some storage, but I do need lots of seats.
This car is a 4 wheel nightmare
Michael, 08/26/2010
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
Do yourself a favor and steer clear of this absolute wreck of an automobile. The automatic transmission is a mess. My car has 60,000 mikes and has had the transfer case replaced, the rear and front differential, exhaust system and more. It spends at least a week in the shop every 3-4 months. BMW of NA is completely non- responsive as is the dealer. Without exception the worse car I have ever owned. This is my rid and last BMW. Do yourself a favor and get and Audi.
SAV
ko, 03/07/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased the X3 in Germany and have had the pleasure of driving 100+ mph on the autobahn for the last 3 months... sooo fun!! Handles like a dream, both in snow and on dry pavement. Steering is quick and responsive. The inside is roomy and quite comfortable. The size is perfect... large enough to pack everything I need and more, yet small enough that parking (even in Germany) is no problem. I didn't get the navigation system because I already had a Tomtom. I ordered a side dash mount from ProClip so the GPS doesn't take up space on the windscreen and the placement is excellent. Top quality vehicle!!
It is truly sporty with utility.
Frank, 01/19/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It's hard to find fault with this one. It's stylish, has unique bells and whistles and performs while providing utility and comfort. BMW truly is the ultimate driving experience. It far surpasses the Mercedes sports sedan I traded for it. The only other vehicle I've owned that compares to it is the BMW 5 series I once had.
Fun and practical
Dan, 04/15/2010
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased this X3 with manual transmission as new in 2007, and have enjoyed driving it ever since. I love its steering and ride, better than the 2010 GLK 4matic that wife owns. And to my taste it strikes a good balance between power and fuel efficiency. Nimble yet offers plenty of space for a small family and large cargo room with second row folded down. The leatherette interior is care free. No problems so far except for a burned out brake light. 4x4 warning light came up once, and went away by itself. Dealer cannot tell what's going on...
Anxiety
Furious, 03/22/2008
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my x3 in 12/06. My first Bimmer! The third time I drove it, it quit on me. It was in the shop 9 days to re-program a computer problem. The hesitation problem others list is a perfect description of my x3. Sometimes, the hesitation has absolutely scared me. I have had a sidelight casing replaced due to moisture, have an obvious rattle from the sunroof cover and have had the lifters clacking since I bought the car. Today, I am headed to the dealer to attempt to negotiate my way out of this car into another. The only reason I'm going back to BMW is because of the known problems and my chances of recouping some of the losses on it. Do not recommend this car to anyone.
Great SAV
Greg Earle, 07/24/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned the car now for about a week, and it performs very well. I don't find any hesitation as some reviews have stated. What some call hesitation is the engine coming up on the torque curve, not a transmission problem. I would like to physically be able to check the oil instead of depending on the computer to tell me that it is O.K. This is a great automobile, as every BMW I have owned was.
Thumbs up for the '07 X3
Ryan, 06/11/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased an '07 X3 for my wife six months ago and we couldn't be happier. City parallel parking made short body length important factor. Ultimately we chose between the Acura RDX and the X3. This '07 X3 had a far superior engine compared to the '05 and '06 versions that we test drove. In fact, the older engines disappointed quite a bit. This vehicle handles like a 330. The AWD was flawless over the New England winter. Mileage is good for an SUV. The ride is just a touch stiff, but much softer than my M3 on city roads, and overall its a joy to drive. Storage is far better than a sedan. Reliability has been perfect.
BMW engineers are not very clever
vijayn, 10/10/2011
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have a 2007 X3. Keeps getting Service Engine light every 2000 miles. I bought it as certified pre owned in 2007 May. So far I have been to service for about 15 times (This is real number, not exaggeration). Dealer keeps saying they don't know what's wrong, they just do whatever BMW engineers tells them to do and looks like BMW engineers haven't been able to figure out what's wrog so far. Every time they find a new excuse on what's wrong. If they can't even find the reason behind such a small issue, one wonders about the accuracy of their claims towards their "intelligent" safety features - its probably just a claim.
You have to drive an X3.
francotirador, 12/12/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have a really loaded 2007 X3. It's an unbelievable machine. I buy new cars very frequently and have gotten kind of bored with them. The X3 has given me that teenage excitement of having a car again. I really enjoy driving it. Its acceleration, handling and braking are just awesome. All of the latest safety features are in it. The fit and finish are top notch. The leather interior is beautiful. The transmission can be used in regular automatic drive, sport drive and manual. Hands free communication and BMW assist are very convenient. The BMW is in a class by itself.
Rocket ship!
Jay Ketig, 09/20/2016
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
How fun! Shifting into sport mode makes this car fun. Lots of compliments. Has a surprisingly nice growl in the cabin when accelerating. Love the panoramic roof and leather interior. I got mine used....bmw owners generally maintain their cars above average so if you can find a low mileage model just out of warranty, snatch it up and you won't regret it.
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Not a huge fan
1st time BMW, 10/11/2010
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 13 people found this review helpful
My first BMW; so excited to get it and compared it to all mini-SUV models. Have had it six months and trading it; hubby and I loved to drive it; hate to ride in it. 6 year old gets car sick the ride is so rough. I loved the idea of a BMW, but have found perhaps I am not such a fan of German engineering after all. I wish it would have worked out. Plenty of power, we simply cannot handle the rough ride.
Don't be a sucker for BMW
Bill, 05/02/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Okay, I have myself to blame. I buy a new car every two years, last one was a 2004 Acura TL--not the most expensive car I've owned, but far and away the best car in every category. I read the reviews for BMW X3 and know the car was not higly thought of in the past--but that 2007 was a NEW year with many improvements. The gas mileage is bad! 18mpg city/highway. The tranny is rough, and at low RPM there is almost zero torque and a rough go until about 25mph. The electronics are less than high tech--the radio is pathetic for a $44k vehicle--and the rear seats, despite what the catalogue said, do not fold flat, making the rear space useless for boxes, dogs, and anything else.
I love my x3!
Christin, 08/01/2019
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned BMW, Lexus, Honda, Mitsubishi, Ford, Cadillac, Pontiac- I love this car. Purchased it used 80,000 miles has 145,000 now. Replaced water pump, the 3 light transfer gear issue, O2 sensor, air conditioner recharger, tires, brakes- that’s it. First off, yes it’s expensive to repair. Bosch dishwashers are expensive to purchase and repair. You get what you pay for! Find a great mechanic with reasonable rates and you will want to keep this car forever like I do! I want an x6 but I don’t have a car payment and I love my X3- BMWs are by far my fav to own and drive but yes “bring my wallet” isn’t a joke. If you can’t afford to fix a car that handles amazingly and is pretty fast... and of course premium gas... maybe get a Honda? I loved my Lexus too. No problems with them ever but they just weren’t as fun or as fast as my BMWs have been!
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Great vehicle
Sandi, 01/21/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just purchased this vehicle less than a week ago and I love it. It drives great and no comparison from my last vehicle 2003 xterra. The power is excellent and so far gas is good. This vehicle I can handle having for a very very long time.
Upscale SUV
Alan, 11/02/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
18 of 52 people found this review helpful
Exceptional upscale SUV. Handles like a fine car but has all the advantages of an SUV. Just purchased this SUV in late October but it has been a dream to drive. Interior has many improvements over previous years. Higher quality materials used. Also larger engine but with better mileage.
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DVL, 02/25/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've just changed my 2005 X3 for a new one. The 2007 feels more comfortable, cleaner in style and a bit more powerful. Same old leatherette in the seats, but a sturdy more easy to manage leather steering wheel. Lets' put it this way: a nicer a gentler car!
6 speed manual = happy
foothills, 07/20/2008
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
There is a lot of complaining about the automatic transmission version of this machine. I bought an x3 manual with 6000 miles on it in February 2008 and have put 8000 miles on it since then. This is a great vehicle if you like driving. Fantastic low-end torque. Great acceleration in 2nd, 3rd and 4th. 5th and 6 are highway overdrives. Corners flat in aggressive driving. Have never had better brakes. Pulls a utility trailer loaded with stuff for the dump like its not there. I was skeptical about BMW reliability. No issues so far and the 100,000 mile warranty should have me covered. It doesn't have all the cup holders and storage that a Japanese vehicle has... drives much better though.
Bad Transmission
Dad, 02/22/2008
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle to be both fun and utility vehicle. The transmission behaves so erratically it is downright dangerous. On more than several occasions its lack of response has cause near fatal accidents. It typically hesitates between 2-3 gear which is where you are at when entering a turn-about or merging into traffic quickly. The sports drive mode down shifts so hard that you swear you have been "rear-ended" by another driver. BMWNA has tried to pass this off as part of the "adaptive" or learning features of this car.
Happy So Far
Bimmer Fan, 11/01/2008
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Second BMW (first being M3). Purchased pre-owned. Love almost everything about it. Has just about every possible option and package. Love the 19" wheels. Did have to adjust driving some to accommodate for brake assist and trans system. Once I have done that, it is fine and very enjoyable to drive. Do not have problems others have mentioned. Just took a judicious right foot. Very comfy sport seats and great thick M-sport steering wheel. Now that we have a baby, it is perfect. Not my M3, but a good compromise for the time being.
A Sports Car In SUV Clothing
donja, 11/10/2009
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Got mine three years ago - Sports pkg, premium pkg, winter pkg. Sapphire black metallic with black interior, 18" all- weather tires (didn't want to have to swap summer tires every winter). Handles like a sports sedan, cargo area more than a wagon, great road visibility, excellent build quality. The sports pkg can be a rough ride, but I like it. Probably not the best family vehicle, because it feels more like a sports car. No mechanical issues, but I notice BMW has a software update regarding its AT problem that some people have experienced - I prefer driving in manual mode, to me it's the best of both worlds. Tons of fun with superb handling!
A Bit Disappointed
Ken Nersesian, 12/21/2008
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I guess I expected more from my first BMW. My wife hated the way it drove around town, so now it's mine. The transmission is definitely a design flaw and there should be a recall. On the highway it rides like a dream. It's like riding on a rail and it takes discipline to stay below 100 mph. I had a lifter noise and after several visits to service, they had to replace the cylinder head. That was another nightmare. The dealer and BMW should have made a better effort to compensate for my inconvenience.
Sport Activity Vehicle defined
EvergreenX3, 11/08/2009
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Now with the odometer rolling past the 50,000 mark, my compliments to the chef. I hate numb steering, overweight and too-big SUV's. This SUV really is a 3-series with a lot of road clearance and a big boost to the rear storage space. It does suffer from a higher center of gravity over the lower riding 3-series but that can be offset with a Sport Pkg option that helps to reduce the suspension give and body roll. Also, the sport seats are the best with what may be the best in the industry. In a nutshell, the X3 is clearly the most fun to drive in this segment. It is almost 1,000lbs less in weight than its X5 brethren and only 4 cu ft less in cargo--the 3.0 is the perfect small SUV.
2007 BMW
shaowen wang, 12/08/2006
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive. Higher view position than sedan, and same comfort as sedan. Very smooth.
Worst New Car I Ever Owned
Marc, 07/10/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my new X3 a week ago and it is a total nightmare. I did not know that there was a major engine hesitation with many of these vehicles, and mine is very bad and even dangerous. The steering is not aligned due to either a wheel alignment issue or the wheel itself is not centered. The controls including the navigation system are way too complex and awkward, and using knobs to control everything is absurd. My car has cosmetic defects on the fabric on doors and pillars, and it looks like they totally left out the quality in this SUV. Overall, should have got the RDX.
Wow!
Joyce Winter, 04/05/2007
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I drug my husband to test drive the Lexus Hybrid SUV, he drug me to test drive the X3. On paper I really thought we would like the Lexus better, but the X3 won hands down. Easier to turn into a parking space, felt roomier in the front, so much fun to drive. I'm only 5'4" but felt I could see out of the X3 better and with more personal space. Now my husband and I are at odds over who gets to drive the SUV (it's MINE). Who would have thought?
Much better ride over 330i
Louis Bailey, DC, 12/31/2009
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Seventh BMW I have owned. I tried to take trips in my former BMW330i, however always felt like I was beat up. Now the good stuff, the X3 has just returned from our first 1,200 mile trip, comfort, power over mountains, 10% ethanol fuel in 3 states didn't produce a change in power but did drop fuel economy by one or so miles per gallon, average at 80mph and up to 90mph at times it creeps up there with ease, just under 21 mpg. I think this is a long term relationship, easier to get into and out of, the giant moon roof, Xdrive must be felt to appreciate the grip that is there. Screaming RED color tipped to this vehicle over another. Certified and 6yr~100,000m service and oil changes.
Transmission Nightmare - Recall needed
Dooley, 08/21/2008
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Driving along a back country road and slump. The transmission felt like it dropped out the bottom. It left me stranded since when I turned it back on it refused to recognize reverse, drive, any gear whatsoever. Since then I have had a "software update" and it is still extremely sluggish in first gear and before I know it I am in third at a snail pace. Highway driving is excellent but in traffic a nightmare, and unreliable shifting. I was told this is a worldwide problem by my dealer regarding X3 transmissions and although this is happening to several X3's it is not large enough to recall. There needs to be a recall. Lurching and shifting so hard that it bucks is not acceptable for a BMW.
It's Great Driving a BMW
mfpeters1, 01/03/2010
2007 BMW X3 3.0si 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased this CPO 2007 model to move my wife out of mini vans. She instantly appreciated the sensation of driving a BMW. Acceleration is smooth and powerful and handling is exceptional. The cabin fits her well and gives her a great view of the road. The automatic transmission does take some getting used to; it shifts a little differently than most. We've had some some issues (for example, had to get the cylinder head replaced) but all were covered under warranty and included a 3 Series loaner car. Going the CPO route saves a lot of money while still getting great warranty. This is an excellent vehicle and a blast to drive.