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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  Incredible SAV - 2005 BMW X3
  By vacabundo - December 9 - 2:01 pm

  I have had this x3 for 4 months and MAN, its great. We own a 2003 325Cic, and the x3 handles and moves better. Stability and handling are just amazing, let alone the braking capabilities. The 5-speed auto tranny is just right and shifts smoothly, the sport program feels eager to go, downshifting and holding gears in the right moments and situations. The tiptronic manual program is great when you want to really drive. I would rather have a 6 speed manual, you lose invaluable torque with the automatic, but not a big deal. Cornering is just like a 3-series. The aggressive look is perfect, it tells BMW all around, love the style.

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  x3 blue - 2005 BMW X3
  By x3mysticblue - July 15 - 5:16 pm

  This car is very fun for anyone. Its good for off roading and everyday use. It has alot of room on the inside.

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  Buy it!! - 2005 BMW X3
  By tudm5 - June 13 - 9:48 am

  We replaced my wifes 2000 528i with this beauty. I could not say enough good things about X3. If you are worried about gas mileage, or expecting soft Buick like ride then BMW is not for you. BMW is The Ultimate Driving Machine not a sofa.

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  Head turner but only adequate value - 2005 BMW X3
  By Chrisgiraffe - July 23 - 6:52 pm

  BMW X3 is the best SUV design on the road as attested to by the many copies springing up these days. The exterior alone sold me. Perfect size, perfect space, more car than truck-like, very open interior, very solid feel and very sporty. If you want to keep some of your youth but want room to haul a growing family, this is your SUV. One suggestion though: get the premium package (leather). The standard (non-premium) package feels like driving in a big styrofoam cup thats always rubbing you the wrong way and the sport package will likely make you sick on long drives. My major complaint is the price, esp. when compared with similar SUVs (Volvo XC90) that offer more.

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  Fun to drive! - 2005 BMW X3
  By jackdogdc - June 26 - 2:33 pm

  I moved up from a Subaru Forester, which was a great, reliable little SUV, but no where near as much outright fun as the X3. The X3 goes exactly where I point it, on curves and straightaways. It accelerates smoothly and responsively, with a nice engine roar. The only drawbacks are a rear cargo compartment that could be roomier, and a rather clunky exterior design that you either love or hate. Fuel economy could also be improved. But none of that matters too much to me because of the funI having behind the wheeel.

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  BMW Makes it happen ! - 2005 BMW X3
  By gildavis - June 3 - 9:23 am

  What happens when you want a sports car but need an SUV ? Why you get a BMW of course! But why? While its true that one cost more then some other models in the same class youll truly get what you pay for. The fit, finish and feel of this SUV along with its power and handling make it a car youll love to drive day in and day out. Its reliablity has been excellent and I look forward to many years of great service.

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  The best SUV for the money - 2005 BMW X3
  By Peyman - December 19 - 10:37 pm

  We have owned our 2.5L X3 for over a year now and we could not be happier. This is an excellent crossover SUV.

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  The Sport is the Best - 2005 BMW X3
  By JimCinema - October 11 - 3:40 am

  We went for the 3.0 sport and are very happy. We have heard complaints that the sport rides too stiff and bucks, all I can say is it the most fun I have ever had with an SUV. I have owned two Lexus RX 300s which honestly drive like a minivan compared to the X3. The X3 has a great sporty interior which in my book is of better quality and and design than the new Lexus RX 330 (which was the other car we were considering). With the deal we got from BMW we received much more car for our money than with a Lexus.

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  A bit pricy, but fun to drive. - 2005 BMW X3
  By Ed - June 30 - 11:30 pm

  I never thought I would purchase a BMW. While delivering some documents to the dealer, the owner of the dealership took me out for a test drive during a heavy downpour. The X3 handled like a champ! It performed like a sports car ... it feels like one.

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  BMW X3 - 2005 BMW X3
  By Spo1343 - June 24 - 6:23 am

  At first I was skeptical to this SUV. With only 184bhp and a large body I was seriously considering a 325xi. However, the new body style, lower price and test drive of the X3 had me sold. It has a turnk the size of an X5 but drives like a 3 Series. The steering and suspension are tight but not harsh and if you really push it, the X3 hustles.