2006 BMW X3 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
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MPG (up to)
16 -17 City / 23 -25 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
225
Seats
5
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Brenda B
The vehicle has a panoramic sunroof. The paint is a beautiful color.
My vehicle is older but the body is in good condition. It needs some work but it's still pretty reliable. The a/c still works along with the sunroof. The mileage is good for its age. It has navigation and side airbags. There's some work to be done to the interior but not extremely bad.
accountCircle Andrea G
Runs great!! Just a bit worn and torn but I still love it!
I love this car! I bought it used though, so it has technical issues. Such as the power window stopped working on the passenger side and the check engine light is on all the time and I do not know why. Also the lining on the ceiling has become unglued and hangs down. Since the lining is coming unglued the glue is falling from the ceiling and gets everywhere when the sunroof cover is closed. So I just keep it open.
accountCircle Jacleen A
My vehicle is white, has brand new tires
I absolutely love my vehicle. Since I got the car it has had no problems for such an old car. It runs like new
accountCircle Kim J
BMW a high tech automobile that defines concepts of driving.
I have no problems with my vehicle. My BMW runs great and it is easy to maintain. The seats are very easy to adjust and the windows too. My BMW is very comfortable and great on gas. For long distance driving my BMW has a resistance to loud traffic sounds when the windows are rolled up.
accountCircle J J
Silver BMW X3 Leather seats and moonroof
I love my car the comfort of the leather seats are very comfortable. It had not always been reliable but now that I have put in time and money to fix my car it is more reliable. Although it's features are a bit outdated because the car is very old and needs to be updated more often.
accountCircle Elise M
Nice car - good interior, no Bluetooth capabilities or navigational system.
I love my BMW. Its black, which looks really nice, but it has to be washed a lot. The interior is nice. The seats are black leather and they have lasted a long time and still look brand new. There is no way to play music from your phone through the car or any way to connect Bluetooth, so that is frustrating, but the radio is nice.
accountCircle luis s
What people should know about my car is that it's a steady and reliable car.
I like the comfort inside the space in the back, I like the fact that it rides smooth and what I dislike is gas mileage.
accountCircle Wanda G
Safest car on the road today.
Very safe. Hubby walked away from a T-bone crash with minor injuries. Daughter was in crash as well and she was able to walk away as well with a few black and blue marks. Comfortable ride. Pretty good on gas. Not too many mechanical problems. Love the sunroof.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Bob N
BMW overacted and not worth the car payment.
Mileage is too high. Expensive parts and constant trips to the mechanic makes it very difficult to justify keeping car financially. Also, the functions inside BMW are very outdated and not functional all the time. Will probably not buy again in the future.
accountCircle Julian Y
The BMW are great but the parts are too expensive
The car parts are too expensive to buy in the dealership or junkyard regardless what year the cars is otherwise is a good car when doesn't have any issues. Outside and inside interior is really nice the sunroof is awesome too besides. The problem with this BMW is if a problem with the engine is better to get a new car
accountCircle Claudia Z
It is a comfortable and reliable car, but very expensive to fix when something breaks.
I like the design and the comfort of the car. It has a spacious trunk too. I don't like that it is old and whenever it breaks it is too complicated to find the problem and the fix. I don't like that it has too many miles on it.
accountCircle Lane S
Car looks nice and runs smoothly. Quick acceleration.
Nice looking car, but has mechanical issues. No one wants to work on BMW's so you are forced to go to the dealer, which is twice as much money. Airbag recall and dealer still will not fix. It runs well, but has difficulties starting. Overall an average car.

BMW X3 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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3.0i
225 HP 21-21 MPG 5 Seats
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2006 BMW X3 Owner Reviews

4.30
33 Reviews
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5 stars 42%
4 stars 45%
3 stars 12%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Andrea G on March 28, 2021
Runs great!! Just a bit worn and torn but I still love it!
I love this car! I bought it used though, so it has technical issues. Such as the power window stopped working on the passenger side and the check engine light is on all the time and I do not know why. Also the lining on the ceiling has become unglued and hangs down. Since the lining is coming unglued the glue is falling from the ceiling and gets everywhere when the sunroof cover is closed. So I just keep it open.
accountCircle Dawn P on March 21, 2021
If I take care of it it will last at least another 50 to 60 thousand miles. It already has 104,000 on it
Love my SAV, it's a luxury vehicle but one I got at an affordable price. Leather heated seats and panorama moonroof are my favorite features
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Ranks #1 Luxury Compact SUV by Owners

The 2006 BMW X3 has an average owner rating of 4.30 out of 5 which ranks it #1 of 2 other Luxury Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #2 Luxury Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2006 BMW X3 has a combined MPG of 23 which ranks it #2 of 2 other Luxury Compact SUVs.

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26 MPG
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23 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2006 BMW X3 coolant type?

Answer: The 2006 BMW X3 coolant type is blue 50/50. You will come into many issues with an engine. A spark plug may pop off, causing engine issues. A gasket may be loose and that needs to be tightened up. A spark plug...

What's the 2006 BMW X3 aux location?

Answer: The 2006 BMW X3 aux location is in the center arm rest of Your vehicle. You will come into difficulties with the sound. This might be from the stereo's speakers or a phone that is connected to the vehicle....

Does the 2006 BMW X3 have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2006 BMW X3 has a timing chain. This is typical a "no-maintenance" part, beyond the typical engine lubrication. However, timing chains can and do fail, often in spectacularly messy and noisy ways. If You...

2006 BMW X3: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

Answer: The standard 3.0-liter V6 engine in the 2006 BMW X3 has a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds, which is pretty comparable to other competitors in this segment. The vehicle has a payload of 1,025 pounds and the...

What kind of oil does the 2006 BMW X3 take?

Answer: The 2006 BMW X3 uses SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil. The oil capacity iS6.5 quarts. It is recommended to change Your oil every 7,500 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. You can extend Your engine life, get...
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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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