Comments on: BMW X3 gets thumbs up from Detroit News

By: Bogdan Gheorghe

Bogdan Gheorghe — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 11:11:37 +0000

You can also read a good review of BMW X3 3.0 SD (diesel ~ 285 HP) on autoevolution.com

http://www.autoevolution.com/testdrive/bmw-x3-30sd-e83-2008-new-cars-collection.html

I have this card and is really awesome.

Shame it’s not possible to order it in US.

By: Mike D

Mike D — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 21:38:14 +0000

We’re thrilled with our 07. I agree with Gil … have to be prepared to pay if you want to play. :) That said … getting a certified pre-owned can save a bundle. Ours was only $34900 with miles in the teens. Original sticker was $46k-ish a year earlier.

With the Sport Package and 19-inch wheels, the ride is firm (maybe a little jittery on some roads), but not at all uncomfortable like some reviews I’ve read have indicated. Sport seats are awesome (as good as those in our 330xi, though wider), space inside is perfect for two people, and our dog loves it.

Only negatives are the overly-excitable parking sensors, the clock that’s a little hard to set, and the performance tires that come with (and are the only tires that fit) the 19-inch wheels.

Wish list for the next generation? Comfort Access (silly, but I love it on the 330), the new iDrive with nav, and a power liftgate. That’s it. Great SAV. We’ll buy another in a few years after the next generation appears.

By: Louis

Louis — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 19:10:35 +0000

I love the X3. I got an 07 for my wife and i find my self taking it out all the time and i drive an M3. For an suv it doesn’t get much more fun. it is good in all weather conditions. I think it looks great inside and out too. it has 21k on it and has no problems at all. My brother has 07 x5 4.8 and i really like that too but i think the x3 is a lot more fun to drive.

By: Gil

Gil — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:47:29 +0000

Horatiu: It is rather steep at $43K with options (2006 X3, mystic blue, and some packages). One can get a number of compact SUV out there for that price (excuse me, SAV, hee hee). But it’s fun to drive! So it’s worth it in my book.
‘sides, it’s BMW. One has to pay for all that fun driving. :)

By: Horatiu B.

Horatiu B. — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:17:38 +0000

@wmb: So are you happy now? Any issues with the newer versions?

By: Horatiu B.

Horatiu B. — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:17:13 +0000

@Gil: You're right, the new generation does look a bit better inside, but really...is it worth its price tag? Don't get me wrong, a nice little SAV, but ...

By: wmb

wmb — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:07:27 +0000

My second month of production 04′ really wasn’t all that. Creaky & was always in the dealer for random issues (door guides, leaking sunroof, etc.).

But you’ve never driven an SUV like this. You could thrash the X3 and it would always deliver. I drove that car just like I drive my ///M roadster today and it always delivered. I do miss it.

From 06′ on the interiors received a major overhaul and fixed the only other major complaint I had with the car.

By: Gil

Gil — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:55:47 +0000

I personally love mine. It’s tiny and easy to park in a crowded city street. Sure the interior can be better, but eh… whatever. It’s fun to drive! The new generation does look more inviting inside. The piece of wood running across the dash makes it feel warmer.