
BMW X3 Estate (2004-2010) review

At a glance
Price new | £25,095 - £40,085 |
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Used prices | £597 - £4,087 |
Road tax cost | £265 - £760 |
Insurance group | 27 - 42 |
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Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
Range | 339 - 663 miles |
Number of doors | 5 |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Diesel
Pros & cons
- Refined and quiet on the move
- Efficient diesel engines
- Neat styling
- Good-sized boot
- Expensive compared to similar alternatives
- Firm ride
BMW X3 (04-10) rivals
Overview
Designing a compact 4x4 car that’s good on the road, comfortable and yet also possesses some off road ability is no easy feat. But BMW has come close with the X3 – the smaller brother to the muscular X5. It uses BMWs xDrive four wheel drive system which ensures excellent traction both off-road and on it, while decent body control and good steering feel mean the X3 corners very well for an off roader.
However the downside of the stiff suspension is that the BMW rides firmly and isn’t particularly settled over rough roads. It carries a high list price too, especially when compared to equally capable off roaders. On the plus side it’s very practical with a large boot and spacious cabin.
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