BMW X3 (2017 to 2024)

Score: 8.2 / 10
“The X3 ticks so many boxes that one might wonder why it isn’t more feted. Perhaps it remains an under-the-radar success because it does just about everything right, and simply becomes a part of the owner’s daily life.”
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Score: 8 / 10
“The latest version of the BMW X3 improves refinement, ride quality and style. Cutting-edge technology marks it out as one of the best in the business in this area, too.”
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Model reviewed: xDrive30e 2020
Score: 8 / 10
“The BMW X3 xDrive30e plug-in petrol SUV offers potentially huge savings in running costs and maintains the typical X3 strengths of comfort, build quality and tech.”
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Model reviewed: Range review
Score: 8 / 10
“The latest version brings new levels of refinement, ride quality and style, as well as a raft of new technologies that return the model to the ranks of the market leaders.”
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Model reviewed: M Competition
Score: 7 / 10
“This new X3 M Competition is what you’d expect, given its target audience, blending a user-friendly all-wheel-drive system with steering and suspension that do well to disguise the heft.”
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Model reviewed: xDrive30e plug-in hybrid
Score: 8 / 10
“The xDrive 30e will no doubt appeal to SUV buyers currently unable to commit to an electric car. It looks and drives like an X3, and that’s no bad thing at all.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The X3 sits in the middle of the incredibly competitive mid-size SUV sector and BMW has gone all-out to make it a true premium player. As such it’s packed with the latest technology, spacious, luxurious and available with a wide range of engines.”
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Model reviewed: X3 xDrive 30d
Score: 8 / 10
“The sort of high-mileage drivers for whom a diesel powertrain still makes sense will find much to enjoy with this 30d model, although it might well be worth considering the saving available with the cheaper but still potent 20d.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid xDrive30e M Sport
Score: 8 / 10
“For fleet drivers in need of a good-sized family car, who like SUVs but also enjoy a good drive, the BMW X3 xDrive30e is a very commendable option. Just make sure you get one with the M Sport Plus package and those adaptive dampers.”
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Model reviewed: M Competition
Score: 8 / 10
“That engine is a real treat, though – generating huge power throughout the rev range and doing so in a linear, boost-free way that feels distinctly un-turbocharged.”
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Model reviewed: M Competition
Score: 8 / 10
“Displacing three litres and boosted by two independent monoscroll turbochargers the X3M produces 503bhp and 443lb ft of torque in Competition specification.”
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Model reviewed: 20d M Sport
Score: 8 / 10
“For those who want an SUV, and want one that’s good to drive and offers great practicality – and more off-roading ability than you’ll ever need –the new BMW X3 is a fine choice.”
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 8 / 10
“The BMW X3 is a great all-rounder. It offers space, versatility, refinement and engaging driving dynamics, so much so that X5 owners might be tempted to downsize.”
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Model reviewed: 2021
Score: 8 / 10
“When it comes to driving enjoyment the BMW X3 remains right at the top of the segment, while a classy interior and a still-stylish design helps matters.
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 8 / 10
“The latest BMW X3 blends comfort, technology and real driver appeal in a very well rounded package.” (Richard Ingram)
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Model reviewed: M Competition
Score: 7.2 / 10
“The BMW X3 M Competition is a fast, practical SUV with a great engine but the ride is firm.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“The BMW X3 is a comfortable and roomy family car that’s easy to drive and comfortable. Sadly, some advanced safety kit and high-tech infotainment features cost extra.”
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Model reviewed: Plug-in hybrid xDrive 30e M Sport
“Despite the compromised boot design, the BMW X3 xDrive30e is still ahead of its competition for space, range, fun and tax band.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre diesel automatic 20d M Sport
Score: 8.2 / 10
“A car with few weaknesses, although it would have been nice if emissions had come down, and BMW could also have done more to make the new X3 look different.”
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Model reviewed: M
Score: 4 / 10
“This might sound harsh, but the X3 M feels like a product of an internal department’s will to have this small niche in the market filled, rather than a car engineered by people with the passion or interest to execute it properly.”
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 7 / 10
“BMW’s latest SUV should sell better than ever, but entertainment takes a back seat to practicality and tech.”
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Model reviewed: M40i
Score: 8 / 10
“Brisk with an impressive chassis but, like most SUVs, short on thrills.”
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Model reviewed: X3 xDrive30e M Sport
Score: 8 / 10
“Appealing economics arrive with the plug-in X3 making it the obvious fleet choice, but other plug-in BMWs offer even more appeal.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“The BMW X3 is the brand’s mid-size SUV, so it’s big enough to give you a great view out over other traffic and handle family transport duties with aplomb, yet small enough to feel nimble to drive and easy to park.”
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 10 / 10
“Third-generation BMW X3 combines rugged off-road looks with sporting presence.”
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Model reviewed: 30d
“The biggest question posed by the excellent new BMW X3 is why would you need the slightly bigger X5? The new X3 is almost extraordinarily good, as if BMW engineers have used a check-list of every fault and criticism of the old X3 and corrected all of them.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The BMW X3 stands out in a crowded sector by the way it drives. Handling is class-leading, while all engines offer strong pace and economy.”
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Model reviewed: Range review
Score: 8.2 / 10
“Spacious, dynamic comfortable SUV updated for 2022”
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“Britain’s appalling roads are BMW’s gain, as the latest incarnation of its X3 does smooth-riding ‘family SUV’ as well as anything on the market.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol-electric plug-in hybrid xDrive30e M Sport
Score: 8 / 10
“If you really want to take full advantage of the electric revolution, you’ll still need to wait for the iX3 to come along next year; doubtless, it’ll be quieter and smoother. But until then, the BMW X3 xDrive30e is a worthy stand-in – and if you need a company car right now, it’ll do the job very nicely indeed.”
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 8 / 10
“Nothing exactly new, more a raised game from this premium family SUV. Quite likeable, though a little dull and not a great-looking car.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The X3 has never done BMW much credit, but the new one is a thorough enough job to take on the class best.”
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 10 / 10
“An Audi Q5 might be more comfortable, but a BMW X3’s superb driving experience and spacious, high-quality interior makes it one of the very best large SUVs to buy.”
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