BMW X3

2016 BMW X3

Pros: Sport-sedan-like handling agility; tall windows make for good visibility; decent fuel economy for the level of performance

Cons: Performance-oriented models ride stiffly; stingy levels of standard equipment, and options add up fast

CG Says: After a significant freshening for 2015, the 2016 BMW X3 sees no changes of note. The X3 is a premium compact crossover SUV. The 28i is powered by a 240-horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and the 35i has a 300-hp turbo 3.0-liter 6-cylinder. Both engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The 2016 BMW X3 delivers the sportiness and refinement you expect from the brand in a package that’s small but highly versatile. Non-linear throttle response remains an annoyance, at least on the base xDrive28i model, but this premium-compact SUV has enough other positive attributes to make it worth your consideration. Just keep an eye on the bottom line. Base prices are reasonable, but they quickly move upward when options are added.

The Facts
Class Premium Compact SUV
Body Style(s) 4-door wagon
Passenger Count 5
Drive Wheels rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
Manufacturer BMW
Nation of Manufacture USA
Base Prices sDrive28i: $38,950
AWD xDrive 28i: $40,950
AWD xDrive 28d: $42,450
AWD xDrive 35i: $46,800

Base Engine
turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder
Horsepower
240
Std. Transmission
8-speed automatic
Avail. Transmission
NA
EPA City Range (mpg)
21
EPA Hwy Range (mpg)
28

Optional Engine
turbo-diesel 2.0-liter 4-cylinder
Horsepower
180
Std. Transmission
8-speed automatic
Avail. Transmission
NA
EPA City Range (mpg)
27
EPA Hwy Range (mpg)
34

Optional Engine
turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder
Horsepower
300
Std. Transmission
8-speed automatic
Avail. Transmission
NA
EPA City Range (mpg)
19
EPA Hwy Range (mpg)
27

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2016 BMW X3
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