2017
BMW X3

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  • sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle
    Starts at
    $40,050
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle
    Starts at
    $42,050
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • xDrive28d Sports Activity Vehicle
    Starts at
    $42,750
    -
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Diesel I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • xDrive35i Sports Activity Vehicle
    Starts at
    $48,950
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Turbo four- or six-cylinder gas engine
Turbo-diesel four-cylinder available
Eight-speed automatic standard
Rear- or all-wheel drive
Motion-activated power liftgate standard
Wireless smartphone charging and Wi-Fi hot spot available

The good & the bad

The good

Affordable rear-wheel-drive model
Attractive design
Visibility

The bad

Leather upholstery not standard
Rear-wheel drive not available with six-cylinder engine
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Expert 2017 BMW X3 review

our expert's take
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Vehicle Overview

What it is: The BMW X3 is a compact SUV that’s available with a choice of a gas or diesel engine and rear- or all-wheel drive. It seats five and competes with the Audi Q5, Acura RDX and Volvo XC60.
New for 2017
Wireless smartphone charging and a Wi-Fi hot spot are now available.
Significant Standard Features

  • 240-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Hands-free power liftgate
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Wood interior trim
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 180-hp, turbo-diesel 2.0-liter four-cylinder
  • 300-hp, turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder 
  • All-wheel drive
  • 19- or 20-inch wheels
  • Power moonroof
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Heated front and rear seats
  • Leather upholstery
  • Harman Kardon surround-sound system
  • Wireless smartphone charging and a Wi-Fi hot spot
  • Navigation system
  • Head-up display
  • Adaptive suspension

2017 BMW X3 review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

What it is: The BMW X3 is a compact SUV that’s available with a choice of a gas or diesel engine and rear- or all-wheel drive. It seats five and competes with the Audi Q5, Acura RDX and Volvo XC60.
New for 2017
Wireless smartphone charging and a Wi-Fi hot spot are now available.
Significant Standard Features

  • 240-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Hands-free power liftgate
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Wood interior trim
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 180-hp, turbo-diesel 2.0-liter four-cylinder
  • 300-hp, turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder 
  • All-wheel drive
  • 19- or 20-inch wheels
  • Power moonroof
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Heated front and rear seats
  • Leather upholstery
  • Harman Kardon surround-sound system
  • Wireless smartphone charging and a Wi-Fi hot spot
  • Navigation system
  • Head-up display
  • Adaptive suspension

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Safety review

Based on the 2017 BMW X3 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.9%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Certified Pre-Owned Elite with less than 15,000 miles; Certified Pre-Owned with less than 60,000 miles
Basic
1 year / unlimited miles from expiration of 4-year / 50,000-mile new car warranty
Dealer certification
196-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

96% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 90 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.9
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

  • By Johnny K! from Behlehem PA
    Owns this car
    February 25, 2025

    STAR AUTO MALL: Worst car dealer EVER!

    STAR AUTO MALL: Worst car dealer EVER! I bought a 2017 BMW X3. They never checked the car! I had problems immediately! I called, emailed & texted... Star Auto Mall would NOT return my calls, texts or emails! I went to BMW dealer, and they found lots of issues! Wires hanging down, tires rubbing, etc. It cost me $480 to fix it! I billed Star Auto Mall, and it looks like they're just chucking me the finger!! AVOID these incompetent thieves! Here's links to my issues with the car they sold me! https://thebassplayer.com/BMW-Bill.pdf https://thebassplayer.com/BMW-1.mp4 If I don't get a check by the end of the month, a lawyer friend told me it's a slam dunk in small claims count.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JamesL from Durham, NC
    Owns this car
    June 11, 2021

    One of the Best

    My wife and I are very pleased with our BMW X3. I am impressed with the performance and the way it handles. I have owned and driven many autos this by far one of the very best.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JessicaRabbit from Woodstock CT
    Owns this car
    May 22, 2021

    Total comfort and class. Super reliable and fun

    The car meets all my needs. Comfortable easy to handle quiet and fun to drive. Plenty of space for carrying everything. Totally love the ride.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Joe from Laguna ,ca
    Owns this car
    February 20, 2021

    Love my X.3.

    Love my X.3. It’s the exact car I was looking for with all the right features. It’s a beautiful design with so many features and so comfortable to drive. It’s very sporty as well and has lots of power.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Steve S from Charleston ,SC
    Owns this car
    February 9, 2021

    X3 s drive

    Way too many features to list and handles great! Probably the best suv available. We did a lot of comparison shopping on line, and this was the best combination of price and features within a 500 mile radius.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Tgg from Elizabeth City Nc
    Owns this car
    January 25, 2021

    I am enjoying my new purchase

    The car met all my needs plenty of room, the purchase price was in the range I was looking for. Overall good deal. I owned and X1 previously, needed something a little big this vehicle fit my needs
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Pearl from Redmond or
    Owns this car
    October 14, 2020

    Have had many BMW

    So far so good. I just bought it. It’s exactly what I was looking for. Pearlized white with brown leather and black trim. Beautiful , Rides nice
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Namarra MN from Minnetonka, MN
    Owns this car
    October 13, 2020

    Not yet able to fully evaluate it.,

    Although I haven't driven it enough to know everything, I am happy with its performance so far. I really like the different functions that it provides and the usefulness of having things right there.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By SteveM from Mint Hill, NC
    Owns this car
    September 2, 2020

    Best quality car I've ever purchased

    This BMW X-3 car is a joy to drive. Nothing was spared by BMW to make this car the finest quality of any I've owned...(and I've own all the high-end cars in my lifetime)!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By NickiRari from Catonsville, MD
    Owns this car
    July 28, 2020

    Great Car So Far!

    Test drove multiple x5's and a couple x3's. In the end I felt that the x3 was the most value for the money. Mine was x3 28i with the M Package among other packages in Carbon Black Metallic with Oyster Nevada interior. I really felt like it was a solid drive, the pickup with the twin turbo is great and no lag, feels ultra luxurious inside with lots of convenience and safety features, and Certified Pre-Owned I got a great deal with peace of mind. Only bummers that the x3 doesn't provide that would have been nice to have that the x5 has are the V6 engine, slightly roomier/higher, and 3rd row seating. I felt that at this time I didn't need the extra... so maybe down the road I'll upgrade to the x5 or even x7. I just bought it so I can't attest just yet to the reliability so that's why I only gave it 4 stars... but with the really great warranty I got with it and overall great reliability ratings in general for the brand...I feel like I don't have to worry much!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By jackmyke from Ellicott City MD
    Owns this car
    July 1, 2020

    Most reliable car I have owned.

    The car met all my needs. Especially like the safety features and the power of the 4 cylinder motor. The wireless Apple CarPlay is outstanding.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Romeo & Bailey’s Mom from Fishkill NY
    Owns this car
    June 27, 2020

    Vehicle is beautiful and has all the features

    The X3 interior doesn’t disappoint and is beautifully apportioned! Plus the driver assist plus package gives me a secure feeling while driving. Very pleased with this vehicle
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2017 BMW X3?

The 2017 BMW X3 is available in 4 trim levels:

  • sDrive28i (1 style)
  • xDrive28d (1 style)
  • xDrive28i (1 style)
  • xDrive35i (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2017 BMW X3?

The 2017 BMW X3 offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2017 BMW X3 reliable?

The 2017 BMW X3 has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2017 BMW X3 owners.

Is the 2017 BMW X3 a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2017 BMW X3. 96.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 90 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.9

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