Overview & Reviews

For 2006, BMW has discontinued the base 2.5i model.

• Nimble handling, precise steering, comfortable cabin, solid build quality, good cargo capacity for its size.

• Overly stiff ride, expensive for a compact sport-ute, some economy-grade interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  BMW X3 - 2006 BMW X3
  By Bimmer Doc - November 18 - 10:44 am

  One heck of great car to drive. Solid and very responsive. Not like the usual SUVs. No problems at all so far.

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  On top as usual - 2006 BMW X3
  By BMW.Nick - November 16 - 6:31 pm

  Well, its no surprise that the X3 has not let me down. It is, as with every BMW offered, the best in its class. No other SUV can touch the X3 mainly because its an SAV... theres a huge difference. Homerun! The only other small SUV Id own is an 07 X3!!

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  I still love it - 2006 BMW X3
  By Scott - November 8 - 1:48 pm

  I purchased this car in Germany and have had it up to 120 mph on the autobahn. even at that speed it handled like a dream. it seems to get its best mileage at around 70 mph on the highway. My last vehicle was a Nissan Pathfinder and I thought I would miss the extra space that it provided. I have had no issues with the cargo room with this car, even with two small children.

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  Great SAV/SUV!!! - 2006 BMW X3
  By vegawoo - September 9 - 1:36 pm

  This is the best car Ive bought so far. I love this car. It is really a luxury car with the capabilities of a sports and utility vehicle but small for easy loading and driving.

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  2006 BMW X3 - 2006 BMW X3
  By carboy - September 8 - 9:02 pm

  If you want the smoothest x3 ride avoid the sport package and stick with the 17" higher profile tires. The handling is still great. This is all the advantages of a truck in a package that drives like a sports car. Nav system is easy to use and pops up out of the top of the dash. Upgraded sound sytem sould be a little better but isnt bad. Seats and driving position are great but the bottom line is the x3 is just plain old fun to drive.

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  BMW X3 - 2006 BMW X3
  By Buddy_1616 - July 24 - 8:51 pm

  Handling as good as a sports car. Rear seats are way too rigid - not comfortable at all. This car is for city drive, not a real off-roader.

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  2006 X3 - 2006 BMW X3
  By sfishman - July 24 - 6:13 pm

  The X3 is one of the best cars Ive ever had and Ive had a lot. The only complaint is its gas mileage which I know can be better. Other than that the care is very well built. The aluminum wheels also need to get better, they pit very easily.

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  I love it! - 2006 BMW X3
  By crystal benton - July 8 - 10:18 am

  Its the best investment I made in years!! Its a great car for my son and me. Lots of space. I had lots of different cars in the past as well as driven other cars, but this car handles the road very well! Within the next 5 years my next purchase will be the 5-series.

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  Great SAV - BUT...... - 2006 BMW X3
  By Andrew - June 18 - 3:21 pm

  Bought my 2006 BMW X3 3.0i AWD here in Germany - beautiful vehicle with surprisingly useful amenities - (i.e. partial opening sun-roof shade for ventilation when closed). Drives wonderfully, handles well & looks great (blue)... however BMW makes you purchase almost EVERY option they make. The only exception are the options finally included from previous years. I drove my SAV 2,000 miles in 10 days around Germany, Italy & France through the Alps & even hit snow in June! It drove great, but only averaged about 20 MPG. My 1989 BMW 735i with 120,000 miles on it averaged 21 MPG. Youd think they would make an engine with better MPG in 17 years! NAV is slow and easily confused - Road noise is LOUD. Autobahn speeds of 120 MPH - you had to almost YELL in the car!! Windy, forget talking!

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  Wonderful - 2006 BMW X3
  By swyner - June 17 - 8:37 pm

  I owned a 325xi which was a great car but this is more fun to drive. For a small SUV it is great to own and drive. I would buy one again.