Overview & Reviews

No significant changes for 2005.

• World-class engines, nimble handling, precise steering, comfortable cabin, solid build quality.

• Expensive for a compact sport-ute, limited cargo space, some economy-grade interior materials, overly stiff ride with Sport Package.

User Reviews:

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  BMW X3 - 2005 BMW X3
  By papagoat - March 23 - 12:21 pm

  I really liked the BMW X3 because it was the perfect fit for a city person who somtimes goes out into the country. It is comfortable on the road, had plenty of nice features, and it drives like a BMW should.

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  great little suv - 2005 BMW X3
  By celticone - March 23 - 2:25 am

  First suv I have ever own. I was not a fan of suvs, but I love this vehicle. I like the size. Its easy to drive the best handling and turning radius I have ever had in a suv or truck. It drives like a small car, rides a little stiff but not unbearable, the same as any sports car. I love the interior layout simple, elegant, straight forward, good radio, and great seats. Gas milage is better than I thought I am averaging about 18 after the break in period, mostly city driving too. Reliability has been reat so far I cant imagine driving anything else

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  paulines bmw - 2005 BMW X3
  By Pauline Cenizal - March 23 - 1:10 am

  Exciting car, fun to drive, took it cross-country starting with only 500 miles on it and it performed admirably.

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  the bmwx3 - 2005 BMW X3
  By bmwx3 - March 19 - 1:40 pm

  Absolutely a wonderful road care, in storms, weather just hugs the road and humes right along. This is an auto atits best.

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  I Love This BMW! - 2005 BMW X3
  By Dr. Jonathan D. cole - March 19 - 12:29 pm

  When I was 20 (19 yrs ago) I bought a used 1973 BMW 2002 and I loved that car. Since then I have owned many others but the most fun to drive with the most serious technology behind it is my 2004 BMW X3 3.0i. It takes curves at full throttle like a race car without any roll/worries. I just love to drive it. It is also a very comfortable car with a very nice fit and finish. This is a 3 series that has been given the blessing of X-drive and DSC and again it is a pure joy to drive (this vehicle was not designed to just haul your family around). I again am reminded why BMW has the slogan "The Ultimate Driving Machine". I would recommend an X3 to anyone who enjoys spirited driving!

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  Love the sporty X3 - 2005 BMW X3
  By Chris - March 19 - 3:10 am

  An incredible machine, expensive for the interior room, but didnt buy it for cargo space. Have put 7,000 miles on it in 6 months, absolutely no trips to the dealer for any issues whatsoever, unlike two of my friends who bought VW Toureags. Mine is fully loaded, including the sport package which does make it stiff, but that really smoothed out at about the 4,000 mile point. It is a joy to drive, especially here in Germany, and pull compliments out of even the most staid Germans for the great design. Again, it was pricey compared to many US models, but compared to the X-5, with the same interior space, etc, I believe this car was a bargain. Would buy another in a heartbeat.

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  Its a BMW - 2005 BMW X3
  By BMWRICKEYS - March 14 - 2:54 am

  Traded in a 2003 330xi with 37,500 miles on it, for the 2005 X3 cause I needed more room. But still wanted AWD with X-Drive. Its a good safe SAV, but not a sedan. I would like it to have more power. I hope they put the 255hp Eng.in it soon. If you need a SUV thats Fun to Drive "Its a BMW"

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  unsurpassed mechanical marvel - 2005 BMW X3
  By Gavino Martinez - March 9 - 12:39 pm

  From the moment I sat on this sports UTE. I knew there was something special about this vehicle.

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  Fun to drive - 2005 BMW X3
  By jliu34740 - March 9 - 5:54 am

  Fun to drive. Inspiring handling, braking and acceleration. Great looking interior and exterior. Sure its a little expensive but well worth it.

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  Wunderbar - 2005 BMW X3
  By gbkirsch - March 8 - 11:44 am

  Solid German build quality, superbly beautiful paint quality, reliable transportation, BMW expert service, decent fuel mileage, incredible sunroof opening which is the largest I have ever had, very comfortable and heated seats with (in my case the necessary) lumbar support, a wonderful stereo with rich low tones and crystal clear high tones, rich light wood accents and my wife’s favorite feature, a heated steering wheel. This winter, we had to go to northern Ohio to pick up our son from college and despite sub zero temperatures, massive snow and seemingly impassable roads, the X3 handled it all like a genuine off road 4 wheeler in spite of all its sophisticated amenities!