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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  Theres a lot to love - 2005 BMW X3
  By LCharry - March 8 - 9:00 am

  There really is a lot to love about the X3. It handles beautifully, looks great and has just enough zip to get me to my boys baseball games on time and in style! Id say overall Id give it an A-.

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  Excelent small SUV - 2005 BMW X3
  By BMW X3 Lover - March 3 - 8:42 pm

  Its a small SUV and easy to maneuver drives & runs like a sports car and function as an SUV. Luxury & style for younger drivers. Its not a box on wheels its an X3

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  Fun fun fun - 2005 BMW X3
  By akobet - February 28 - 2:25 am

  After trading my 2000 3 series for a 2005 X3 3.0, I though that I would loose that BMW feel. This car is an excellent replacement for the old 3. The X3 is fun and crisp to drive. My only complaint on the feel is the automatic transmission. It feels weird though - not sure - it seems to downshift late, and then when it downshifts it holds gear longer than it should, sometimes bucking. I find Sports mode makes the car smoother.

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  X3 hums - 2005 BMW X3
  By Steve Coleman - February 27 - 8:59 pm

  The best looking SUV around. Tough interior that can take some abuse. Gas mileage a bit disappointing but with its very good performance, not surprising. Superior warrrenty makes maintenance easy. Sound system is excellent. Unlike older BMWs, there are ample drink holders and good interior storage.

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  X3 almost the Ultimate - 2005 BMW X3
  By Rusel - February 24 - 2:31 pm

  Before my X3 (3.0) Ive had Audis and Volvos. The ride of the X3 is firmer and definitely more responsive--and as advertised, fun to drive. It seems to perform every bit as well as my wifes 325. The interior may not be quite as refined as an Audi but it is designed well and has a fairly decent audio system. The all-wheel drive works great. I found it to be much more comfortable in size compared to the X-5 and other of the larger SUVs. So far a real winner.

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  Great SAV... - 2005 BMW X3
  By RR - February 19 - 2:39 pm

  Handles like a 3 series BMW..Great brakes, steering , etc..Typical BMW feel..Panorama Moon Roof is awesome..Excellent in bad weather, especially wet roads..Went through 15 inches of snow with ease..

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  This is a BMW? - 2005 BMW X3
  By Emily - February 17 - 5:36 am

  When reading this rating, know that I am comparing it to other BMWs. I was greatly disappointed in pretty much everything, especially after driving a 330ci. The X3 was a rough ride, the manual transmission felt empty, the automatic just wasnt that impressive. The quality of the vehicle itself wasnt up to the usual level BMW offers. The only thing that reminded me that I was driving a BMW was the symbol on the steering wheel.

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  Fun to drive - 2005 BMW X3
  By Fabio - February 16 - 10:35 pm

  We wanted to buy a Lexus RX 330, but we decided to test drive the X3 as well. We were so amazed by the drive and the performance that we changed our mind. X3 gives you the peace of mind while driving, some undescribable sense of safety, and it has enough power to satisfy you under almost every road conditions.

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  BMW X3 3.0i AWESOME RIDE! - 2005 BMW X3
  By gary - February 15 - 12:32 am

  Drives just like a sports sedan. Handles curves great, smooth as butter and very pleasing to the eye.

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  Great Car!! - 2005 BMW X3
  By Happy X3 Driver - November 27 - 12:50 pm

  I really love this car. If you are a fan of the squishy soft ride of American makes and lots of interior clutter marketed as luxury, this is NOT the car for you. This car is clean and uncluttered. It drives like a sports car! It is a little pricey, but so are its American "tank" cousins cleverly disguised as SUVS and IT IS a BMW with all the engineering superiority that comes with it!! The X3 is so solid! The steptronic transmission is outstanding in bad weather. It looks great and is truly a drivers car. I cant say enough about it. I love it!