Overview & Reviews

Four years after its introduction, BMW's smaller "Sports Activity Vehicle" (a crossover SUV by most definitions) undergoes its first significant updating. The lineup has been simplified to a single model called the "X3 3.0si" equipped with the latest generation of BMW's 3.0-liter, inline six-cylinder engine. In this application, it makes 260 horsepower. BMW has also revised the front and rear exterior styling; introduced new wheel designs; and tweaked the interior with a new three-spoke steering wheel, a new hood over the instrumentation and revised leather and plastic materials. Beyond all that, the stability control system now incorporates "Brake Fade Compensation," "Brake Drying" and "Start-off Assistant" technologies.

• Quick reflexes, brilliant steering, outstanding power delivery, undeniable quality, good cargo capacity for its size.

• Relatively stiff ride, priced higher than most competitors.

User Reviews:

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  Dont be a sucker for BMW - 2007 BMW X3
  By Bill - May 2 - 2:14 pm

  Okay, I have myself to blame. I buy a new car every two years, last one was a 2004 Acura TL--not the most expensive car Ive owned, but far and away the best car in every category. I read the reviews for BMW X3 and know the car was not higly thought of in the past--but that 2007 was a NEW year with many improvements. The gas mileage is bad! 18mpg city/highway. The tranny is rough, and at low RPM there is almost zero torque and a rough go until about 25mph. The electronics are less than high tech--the radio is pathetic for a $44k vehicle--and the rear seats, despite what the catalogue said, do not fold flat, making the rear space useless for boxes, dogs, and anything else.

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  Great Small SUV - 2007 BMW X3
  By Barx1316 - April 22 - 8:28 pm

  I just bought the X3 after months of research. Ive been very happy with it. Great engine, nice interior, good interior storage space for vehicle size.

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  Wow! - 2007 BMW X3
  By Joyce Winter - April 5 - 9:25 am

  I drug my husband to test drive the Lexus Hybrid SUV, he drug me to test drive the X3. On paper I really thought we would like the Lexus better, but the X3 won hands down. Easier to turn into a parking space, felt roomier in the front, so much fun to drive. Im only 54" but felt I could see out of the X3 better and with more personal space. Now my husband and I are at odds over who gets to drive the SUV (its MINE). Who would have thought?

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  Sports Car Disguised As SAV! - 2007 BMW X3
  By Bill - March 31 - 3:26 pm

  Just completed my first commute in my new 07 X3 - it turned the twisty mountain roads into a flat, straight freeway! The V6 is very quick & smooth, handling is fantastic and up/down shifts by the 6 speed auto trans were imperceptible. The brakes are almost too good, as I am learning to be very gentle with the brake pedal to avoid stopping too fast. Looked at CX-7, RDX, RAV4, CR-V & Edge - the X3 was far and away the most fun to drive while getting better mpg than CX-7, RDX & Edge and only 2 highway mpg less than Rav4 & CR-V AWD. Storage room with back seats up or down was equal or larger than these other CUV options.

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  Overall a good vehicle but pricey - 2007 BMW X3
  By franz g - March 26 - 9:10 am

  Great vehicle dynamics silky smooth transmission good trunk space switched from FX 35 which was a great car. Has less interior storage compartments than FX 35. Nowhere near the interior quality of the FX. My X3 has a sticker price of 44k and can you belive in that price is not even a car alarm included. But what is bothering me is those very cheap controls on the radio as well as steering wheel. The radio control button is awful! BMW please! I also miss that beautiful vehicle information screen. Sound system just ok. Car has a little wind noise at speeds above 55 mph. City mileage 18-19 mpg. Highway 24-25 mpg so far.

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  Great vehicle except for the tranny - 2007 BMW X3
  By theiowan - March 20 - 7:25 pm

  Just took delivery on an X3. The mileage has been a pleasant surprise. The vehicle is well built and feels very solid. The transmission is not up to par with the rest of the vehicle. It doesnt shift smoothly and hesitates.

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  LUVIT! - 2007 BMW X3
  By DB - March 17 - 8:07 am

  I always said I would NEVER drive an SUV! Im not. Im driving an X3 and its probably the most fun and convenient car Ive ever owned. Normally those two words cant be used in the same sentence when describing a car. Im disappointed in the gas mileage but other BMW owners seem to be fine with it. The interior is divine! Cup holder doesnt hold odd size containers but everything else is perfect!

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  Great SAV - 2007 BMW X3
  By harley - March 10 - 1:42 am

  This is my second X3. Traded in a 2005. This is one of the best handling cars/SAVs out there. You just can not do better then the X-drive system. Get the 18" wheels and Premium Pkge. The Xenon headlamps are great. I get 19 to 20 mpg driving to work, but if you drive around 70 mph you wont get 26 mpg.

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  SAV - 2007 BMW X3
  By ko - March 7 - 2:41 pm

  I purchased the X3 in Germany and have had the pleasure of driving 100+ mph on the autobahn for the last 3 months... sooo fun!! Handles like a dream, both in snow and on dry pavement. Steering is quick and responsive. The inside is roomy and quite comfortable. The size is perfect... large enough to pack everything I need and more, yet small enough that parking (even in Germany) is no problem. I didnt get the navigation system because I already had a Tomtom. I ordered a side dash mount from ProClip so the GPS doesnt take up space on the windscreen and the placement is excellent. Top quality vehicle!!

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  What a change! - 2007 BMW X3
  By T Duck - March 4 - 8:46 pm

  I owned 3 Ford Explorers back to back. I test drove 2 BMWs, an Acura and Lexus. I found myself going back to BMW for a second test drive. I could not believe the handling and drive. I find myself amazed after 2 months each time I get into the car. I find myself uncomfortable when I drive any other car now as in maneuverability.