BMW X3 (2011 - 2017) xDrive20d BluePerformance SE 5d (2012/62) Owner Review
Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
-
Summary
What does this car say about you?
Practical family man.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everyone loves it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I wouldn't buy another X3. An equivalent 5 Series is cheaper and has more luggage space and a more comfortable clutch position.
What are you likely to buy next?
5 Series or X5.
-
Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£36,000
When did you buy the car?
December 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
The deal is a leasing arrangement through Alphabet and is a good deal for BMWs compared to other manufacturers.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I wanted a larger car to carry around all the new family paraphernalia following the birth of our first child.
What was the dealer like?
I didn't visit the dealer. All contact was via the phone and email. I had a weekend test drive. There was no follow up even to ask if I liked the car.
-
Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's a comfortable cruiser. Enjoyable on country lanes, too. The clutch position is high, which can make it a little uncomfortable in traffic. I should have chosen one with the auto gearbox!
What's it like to park?
No problems parking with the front and rear sensors. My test drive car also had a rear parking camera which was great, however I judged it to be an unnecessary extra as the standard front and rear sensors are fine.
-
Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
A number of warning lights keep coming on. It has been back to a dealer several times and no cause has yet been identified.
What's most practical about your car?
The front and rear parking sensors.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The built-in sat nav.
