2011 BMW X3 Consumer Reviews

2011 BMW X3

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2011 BMW X3

Kelley Blue Book Retail $33,300–$36,800  

Average Rating

4.9 out of 5
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Comfort:4.9 out of 5
Performance:5.0 out of 5
Exterior Styling:4.8 out of 5
Interior Design:4.7 out of 5
Value for the Money:4.2 out of 5
Reliability:4.5 out of 5

15 out of 15 people would recommended this car to a friend

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Great SUV! Luxury, Functionality & Performance

by Tpzgrl
from San Diego, CA | October 17, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I purchased this car at the end of 2011 and so far this has been a wonderful cross-over SUV. It's exciting to drive, functional to fit the kid, dog, stroller, etc., and it looks good on me! I've been a BMW fan ever since I got my first 3 series several years ago, I traded the 3series in for the X3 after realizing how difficult it was to fit my family. Only complaint I have is the transmission lag when accelerating from a stop. Oh, and I had to have faulty break pads changed out right after I bought the car but that was covered under the 4 yr. maintenance plan. I drove this car for the first year, but now it's my husbands turn, and he bought me a new Camry. The BMW handling is the best of any auto I've owned, but I'm getting used to the Camry."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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Most Comfortable Car You've Ever Owned

by Beautiful car
from New york, Woodside | August 18, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"This was my dream car. now i owned this . My car price was realy good and it has warrenty which is cover all most everything."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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everything its cracked up to be

by vetnat
from Canada | April 2, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"So far, this car is living up to my expectations. My last vehicle was a Jeep Liberty, and there is no comparison with ride comfort and gas mileage. Only problem so far was vehicle was transported from California to North Dakota, and arrived on the transport truck with a dead and defunct battery. When they recommend a battery maintainer for colder climates, they mean it! My only other quibble is the "special cable" required to hook up and operate your iPod through the stereo. Come on BMW, get over yourself, and don't require every last little detail to require a BMW-only part!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Best CUV money can buy

by Alui
from The NL | November 7, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"We got our 3.0xd last week and took it for a drive in Germany. The engine is flawless, silent and very powerful. I like also the start-stop system(stops the engine when you stay in traffic), the modern satnav, the topview camera(3 cameras are uses to generate a view as from above the car) making manoeuvring in tight spots very safe. My only complain will be with the dashboard(being used with the one in my Jaguar S-Type). I think it doesn't look nice, it's overcomplicated, and at least the climate controls could have been better. I don't like too much the i-drive too, but I got use with it. Anyway, there would have been the same problems with the Audi Q5(even uglier dashboard) and Mercedes GLK(the GLK is uglier outside too). But overall, this is the best small SUV money can buy, IMHO."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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Great car

by New Beemer guy
from Colorado Springs, CO | October 7, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I ordered my X3 28 to get it the way I wanted it for the price I wanted. I am getting over 23mpg in the city (lots of hills). On a recent 2,500 mile road trip with 5 people and lots of bags I averaged better than 27mpg driving 80 mph. Not happy with the slight hesitation you sometimes get on accelerating from a stoplight but it's not a big annoyance. Once you get used to the ConnectedDrive it's a good system. I like the USB interface, I keep all of my music on a flash drive now and no longer have to drag CD's along. I can't wait for snow to fall to see how it handles on our mountain roads."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Great car

by Previous Jag Owner
from | September 27, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Owned many Jags before, and did not like the new styling. I am very glad I switched. Incredible power and handling."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

Primary use for this car: N/A


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The best part of my day is driving this car

by Jean
from Texas | August 6, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"A total joy to own. I will be keeping this car for many years. It's a perfect size and so comfortable. So far, I can't find anything to change except the size of the gas tank."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Work


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2011 BMW X3

by fin
from Los Gatos, CA | May 24, 2011

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 3 out of 5
Reliability: 3 out of 5

"Great styling and performance. Very nice ride and reasonable MPG. Overly complicated controls. Complexity of iDrive and too many features requires a tech savvy driver.Very poorly written owner manual makes things worse. Dealer had to reboot entire car software. Pricey. But...great fun and looks good."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Still a german car

by BMW owner
from | May 11, 2011

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 2 out of 5

"VWs are known to be notoriously fickle: you never know if you can get there without your VW breaking down on you. But BMW is a synonym of reliability and performance. Or is it? I went through 2 radiators in 70K miles, one with the rest of the heating system, the other by itself. Overall reliability is far below expectations. I went to Canada in Jan., it was -20overnight, the windshield cracked (the car was parked, not driven). Warning lights come up and go, you'll never know what happened. Front seats are comfortable, heated, adjust well to your needs. Back seats not so comfortable. Some plastic pieces inside look cheap, do not maintain looks. Gas mileage: 22-23 highway (can't get the advertised 25). Costly to maintain (premium gas, BMW synthetic oil, even go to Jiffy Lube, you still need to go to dealer to reset your computer and pay extra). Can't get parts from chain suppliers, BMW does not work with them. Driving is a pleasure. Nimble start even with 4cyl engine. Lots of extras: side lights come up if you turn at low speed, heated steering wheel."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

Primary use for this car: N/A


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Spectacular

by The Broker
from Stamfrod, CT | April 27, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Traded in 2006 X-5. New X-5 too large. 2011 X-3 perfect size and great in every way. All New suspension and steering, along with X-drive add to the excellent handling characteristics."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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