Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  BMW X3 overview - 2004 BMW X3
  By Ed Rohnk - November 19 - 3:04 pm

  It is very responsive to the movement of the controls. Acceleration is good. Holds the road well. It is a surpringly nimble car for its size. The breaking is excellent. The interior is spacious. Dash board and instrument readouts are easy to see. I like the orange lighting at night. The exterior sun roof design is beautiful. I enjoy just looking at it.

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  Got rid of it! - 2004 BMW X3
  By Lisa - November 14 - 7:09 pm

  I think I was just so excited to be able to say that I OWNED a "BMW" that I got too caught up in the name. I was so disappointed to find out that only weeks after I purchased the vehicle, it started rattling like a cage! It felt like it was falling apart. I expected alot more from a "BMW." I traded that sucker and am now the owner of a Lexus and I couldnt be happier!

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  LONG DISTANCE TRAVELER - 2004 BMW X3
  By TRAVELER - September 22 - 10:00 am

  WOW - What an automobile! Ive owned a bunch of rides but this one really stands out. Its quick, very stylish and about the safest auto built. To really appreciate all the safety and comfort built into this car I suggest reading the owners manual several times. It has a very powerful A/C, for example, but one must learn its features. In summary - I could have bought any automobile but thankfully I bought this one.

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  40.000 mi X3 - 2004 BMW X3
  By Ken - September 1 - 9:14 am

  The longer weve owned this car, the better we like it. The biggest drawback is the protruding plastic bits under the doors, everytime you get out you get dirty. Floor doesnt quite fold flat, but close enough. We bought snow tires as we do a good deal of winter driving and that made a ton of difference. The clutch and brakes have remained good, transmission and engine strong. Ownership drawbacks - high priced gas and oil.

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  Got Much more than what I expected - 2004 BMW X3
  By Caballeros - August 4 - 10:00 am

  I Recently purchased an X3 2.5i not nowing exactly if I bought it because it was a BMW or because it was a car that made sense for me. After a month driving it I relize that I got a lot more than what I expected. I was scared of criticism of a very stiff suspension but is not an issue at all. It is not soft but if thats what you want you dont want a BMW. The standar features make sure that your driving experience is pleasant, fun and safe including all kind of airbags, ABS, DSC, etc. Yeah if you want leather and other gimmicks are extra. But your basic driving needs are covered.

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  what a car - 2004 BMW X3
  By Luciano - August 4 - 10:00 am

  Bmw hit it big this time with a fun to drive, responsive felling SAV. The X3 is beautifully designed and has all the toys car buyers love this days.Its technology,although many times invisible (Xdrive,Dynamic stability control)gives the driver a sense of security and control. A great alternative to monster sized SUVs. This is a size conscious,performance driven family car.

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  Just Bought a Used 2004 - 2004 BMW X3
  By S Lanoue - July 5 - 2:43 pm

  Ive only owned the vehicle for 4 days and Im quite attached already. The engine is powerful. One caution to first-time BMW drivers, the car uses premium gas. There are plenty of unique features that Ill be reading about for days and learning how to use (rain sensing windshield wipers, self-adjusting headlights, etc.). It does seem a bit utilitarian in the scarcity of luxury-type interior features (wheres the built-in sunglass holder and coin rack?). Also, the ride is very springy/bouncy, not as smooth as I expected. Nonetheless, I am smitten at least with the novelty of it all.

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  BMW X3 - 2004 BMW X3
  By Kelly Ann - June 27 - 2:00 am

  Its the best mini SUV you can find. Every peny is worth the spend. Drives like a 325 with lots of room in the back.

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  Small BMW SUV a Winner - 2004 BMW X3
  By NES - June 20 - 9:33 am

  I have owned SUVs for 20 years - Jeep, Mercedes, Honda, etc. This is the best balance between a fun, powerful passing machine and a car to haul things in. Love it. Seats a little hard, but very supportive. No maintenance problems at all. Great warranty.

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  Hugely disappointed - 2004 BMW X3
  By chris935 - May 16 - 2:00 am

  Went from a 325 to the X3 and boy am I disappointed. The ride is atrocious - I could have saved myself the money and bought a Ford Explorer. It bounces around the street so much that I dont feel in control at all - and that sense of control is what BMW is supposed to be about. It rattles all over and the interior design is not consistent with a $40+ vehicle. It shows no originality (unless you count rain sensing wipers!) - seems to be just a hodge podge of the 3 series and an X5 and it doesnt work! BMW should be ashamed of this one.