2005 BMW X3

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2005 BMW X3

Kelley Blue Book Retail $14,150–$15,600  

MPG City: 16 – 17 Highway: 23 – 25

Available Engines

225-hp, 3.0-liter I-6 (premium)
184-hp, 2.5-liter I-6 (premium)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.5) 8 consumer reviews

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Summary

New or Notable

"Intelligent" xDrive AWD
Two inline-six engines
Hill Descent Control
Youthful BMW styling
Low center of gravity
 

What We Like

+Maneuverability
+xDrive operation
+Ride comfort
+Transmission operation
+Driving ease
 

What We Don't

-Odometer readability
-Climate-control layout
-Navigation-system readability
-Engine noise at high rpm
-Limited offroad capability
 
The success of the midsize X5 sports activity vehicle prompted BMW to develop a smaller and lighter version, called the X3. On sale since early 2004, the youth-oriented X3 uses powertrains that hail from BMW's 3 Series passenger cars.   Read More

2 Available X3 Trims

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    Original MSRP
2.5i 4dr All-wheel Drive
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$30,300
3.0i 4dr All-wheel Drive
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$36,300
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