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We have 2 reviews of recent BMW X3 models:
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A useful step forward over the last X3, but flawed in places
Parkers rating: 4.1 out of 5 4.1
New price:
£48,385 - £66,990
PROS
- Great balance of sportiness and comfort
- Spacious and versatile boot space
- Impressive technology
CONS
- Interior quality is disappointing in places
- PHEV range could be longer
- Can get expensive with options
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BMW’s mid-size performance SUV is a force of nature
Parkers rating: 3.4 out of 5 3.4
Used price:
£34,760 - £76,048
PROS
- Ferociously quick
- Nearly as practical as regular X3
- Very blingy
CONS
- Very stiff ride
- High running costs
- Very blingy
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Older reviews
2017 - 2024
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Spacious, dynamic and comfortable family SUV
Parkers rating: 3.9 out of 5 3.9
Used price:
£15,461 - £53,648
PROS
- Still one of the best SUVs to drive
- Smooth and powerful engines
- Spacious cabin and loads of boot space
CONS
- Lacks serious off-road capability
- Top spec models are very expensive
- Firm ride on M-badged variants
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2011 - 2017
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A huge improvement over the Mk1 model
Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
Used price:
£2,556 - £15,534
PROS
- Decent handling both on and off-road
- Plenty of standard safety equipment
- Spacious interior for passengers
CONS
- Residual values have tanked
- Servicing can be expensive
- Ride is still quite firm
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2004 - 2010
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Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
Used price:
£582 - £4,406
PROS
- Refined and quiet on the move
- Efficient diesel engines
- Neat styling
- Good-sized boot
CONS
- Expensive compared to similar alternatives
- Firm ride
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