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2020 BMW X3 M consumer reviews

$69,900 starting MSRP
side view of 2020 X3 M BMW
(19 reviews)
78% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.2
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.9
  • Value 4.1
  • Exterior 4.9
  • Reliability 4.6
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Own a 2020 x3m competition .

Own a 2020 x3m competition . Bought it brand new. Not one problem to date 4/16/2025 Just like any vehicle....stay up on your maintenance and oil changes , tire pressure etc. all good love this car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Love at first drive

I love my 2020 x3m. I will own this until the wheels fall off and replace it with another x3m. The gas mileage at 19.5 miles a gallon is the only bummer but it’s well worth it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome!!!

I’ve owned a 2020 x3m competition since the month they were released. First let me knock out rough ride thing. If you ride on the stock Conti summer tires all the time, yes it can be rough. I switched to to Michelin all weather after 11,000 miles and it made a huge difference! A much better more comfortable ride Side note: when I would swap Conti to winter tires also a huge difference! The stock summer tires that come on the car are incredible for handling on a track which the car was made for but, the car feels much better with Michelin all sports all seasons. This car makes me happy every time I drive it ! So much fun to drive!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Sedan vs SUV

Absolutely love this SUV. Had a M340i and it was quick, but this X3 M Competition is wicked. Love the quickness and the firm ride. Glad I made the switch. Lots of talk about the firmness and the rigid handling, but try one and see for yourself.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Wonderful mechanically but rough ride!!

I owned the X3 M40i. GREAT handling and speed-but true to the sport-utility name it rode a bit tighter/rougher than I thought it would; it’s the perfect car for an owner thats looking for speed and performance. I ultimately realized I needed a more luxury, smoother ride so opted for a Range Rover.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
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I so wanted to buy it but...

Great car, super fast and solid, but after an extended Test drive of about 20 minutes, I came to realize that the car was just a bit too stiff for my taste and extended trips of more than an hour would not be fun. A lot of people are saying that the ride is too stiff in comfort mode including some of the professional reviewer’s with videos on them. I heard the X3 M40i is more comfortable but they don’t have a paint color I like. I like gray, but they have 2 black colors and a dark gray that almost looks black, but no decent gray like the one that comes in the X3M or the X5. I heard dealers are complaining they’re actually losing sales because of it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Wanted to buy it. Glad I did extended test drive.

Beautiful car with dual tone interior. Stiff, car like handling. Wonderful car on smooth roads. Downtown, the ride was brutal. Car needs to be between 2000-3000 rpm to be responsive at low speeds. Became annoying to always be in this rpm range. Would have purchased if comfort mode was more comfortable. But on right road surface conditions the cars is a blast to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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A fun and enjoyable ride!

Yes, it’s crazy powerful but you can definitely tame it to be a fully enjoyable ride for everyday use. I look forward to many years with my new X3M!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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BMW X3M 40i- Sun Motor Cars Purchase Experience

I consulted with Dennis Fischer at Sun Motor Cars BMW throughout a personalized design build for a 2020 BMW X3M 40i purchase and delivery. Dennis's expertise of BMW products, technology recommendations and professional communication throughout the personalized journey was remarkable. Highly recommend consulting with Dennis Fischer when purchasing from Sun Motor Cars BMW.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Car has software issue and Bmw cannot fixed it

car has software issue Bmw says they cannot fix it they’re waiting for the software after spending $90,000 that’s what I get I’m driving with the check engine on

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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