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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If you need or want AWD - 2005 BMW X3
By Andrew - September 18 - 9:33 pmTry to find a vehicle out there with AWD that has the utility of an SUV and the handling of a sports car. Unlike the 3 series, it actually has a back seat. And, it sits up just high enough to give you a commanding view of the road. You get BMW handling and quality in a perfect sized package.
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My Review - 2005 BMW X3
By Lauren - December 13 - 1:03 amI have recently gotten this vehicle and I love it! I had 2 3 series before this X3, and I cant tell the difference in how it drives! It is still low enough to the ground to not feel like youre in an SUV. It handles well and is very comfortable. The design is great. I love it!
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"Everything" - 2005 BMW X3
By Dan Stell - September 27 - 8:46 pmAfter years of waiting for just the right time, I have finally purchased my first BMW. I must say the X3 automobile is everything I imagined it could be. With just under a thousand miles total, I have found the car to be responsive in every aspect of driving. The gas milage continues to exceed the norm making the driving experience even more fun. For those of you waiting as I did, wait no longer, this automobile is "everything" you imagined it could be!
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Just fantastic - 2005 BMW X3
By Happy BMW Owner - September 16 - 9:26 pmI love this vehicle. If you like the squishy soft ride of a Cadillac or Merc and like lots of interior clutter marketed as "luxury", this is NOT the vehicle for you. The X3 has a clean, elegant, uncluttered look inside and out. It is so fun to drive! It handles like a sports car but is great! in the rain & snow. Just superior as far as engineering and performance. I never thought Id own a BMW... but I will be hard pressed to go back. It is a little pricey, but so are the American tanks cleverly disguised as SUVs. Nothing against American cars. The RX is simply for a different market. I looked at the Japanese SUVs as well and really like them too, but I fell in love with the X3.
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Just fantastic - 2005 BMW X3
By Happy BMW Owner - September 16 - 12:33 pmI love this vehicle. If you like the squishy soft ride of a Cadillac or Merc and like lots of interior clutter marketed as "luxury", this is NOT the vehicle for you. The X3 has a clean, elegant, uncluttered look inside and out. It is so fun to drive! It handles like a sports car but is great! in the rain & snow. Just superior as far as engineering and performance. I never thought Id own a BMW... but I will be hard pressed to go back. It is a little pricey, but so are the American tanks cleverly disguised as SUVs. Nothing against American cars. The RX is simply for a different market. I looked at the Japanese SUVs as well and really like them too, but I fell in love with the X3.
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4 months experience with BMW X3 - 2005 BMW X3
By Paul S. Sandhaus - September 10 - 5:43 pmI was not thrilled with all the gadgetry I had to learn until one day I spotted the low tire pressure icon on the display. Sure enough, I had picked up a nail and the pressure in one tire was down about three pounds. The slow leak was not enough to keep me from driving to a repair place without changing the tire first. Without the display I might not have known until too late to save the tire. The vehicle is peppy and handles like a sports car even with the smaller 6- cylinder engine.
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Excellent - 2005 BMW X3
By Laurie Aulicino - January 29 - 1:20 pmDrives like a dream. The inside is a little small but sufficient for a family of 4.
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BMW X3 - 2005 BMW X3
By Michael Moses - December 1 - 6:26 amNot only is it a great looking vehicle, it performs like A BMW should. Acceleration, handling,comfort and braking are exactly like the whole line of BMW vehicles. After driving all the competitive SUVs, which were like a "Vanilla ice cream cone", the X3 was like a" deluxe bannana split".
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X3 Owner - 2005 BMW X3
By Brewer5 - August 16 - 1:33 pmI have owned the 2005 X3 for about a month and I have truly enjoyed the comfort and solid performance. The 3 liter engine is responsive with 225 horsepower. The interior is very comfortable, even with 4 adults, but could use more storage space. Panoramic sunroof is great on the 2 trips Ive taken with it. The automatic transmission has the ability to shift as a manual is a great feature when driving in the city. Overall very pleased.
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Very nice SAV - 2005 BMW X3
By RICH - August 12 - 2:30 amHandles better than any SUV,(SAV) Ive ever driven...Feels just like a car around turns, etc...Great in the rain and snow..Has that real road grippng BMW feel..Steerng and response are excellent and the brakes are great..Have a real safe secure feeling in it.
