2014 BMW X3 | Read Owner Reviews, Prices, Specs

IIHS Crash Test

Good

Source IIHS.org

MPG (up to)

19 -21 City / 26 -28 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

240 -300

Seats

5

Positive Owner Reviews

Jess C

The one vehicle that does it all.

I love my x3. My husband and I are outdoorsy people, so we go camping often with our 2 dogs. We also kayak, and the combined space and AWD of the x3 gets us anywhere we want to go with our kayaks. Maintenance is a little expensive, but not much more than my previous car (Mazda). Gas mileage is great, and the Bluetooth and navigation features work wonderfully.

Nina L

Love the styling of the BMW x3.

The driver's seat is a little narrow but I love the heated seats and the steering wheel and how both have a good range for adjusting. I also really love the interior styling of my vehicle. The paneling and the leather is very appealing and has withstood the test of a few years of time.

Maureen N

It is fast and moves very smooth.

Great performance, very reliable and super comfy! The only thing I do not like is the automatic shut off when you stop. Other than that love it!

Yvonne S

I simply love this vehicle and would buy another.

The x3 gives me everything I want in a vehicle. Space, smooth running, torque when needed and is a very smooth ride, maintenance is easy, have had four years and runs like a new car. Sporty, comfortable seats and great for long drives. My dogs also love it!

Leah G

My favorite vehicle of my life!

I love my BMW x3! I got it used with 70k on the dash for an amazing price that I couldn't pass up. It has not given me to much trouble in the 3 years I have had it. The biggest issue I had was with the wastegate actuator which cost me almost a grand. Other than that it is been a gem! The ride is smooth, steering is tight but not to much so that you feel like you are in race car. The handling is like no other vehicle I have had and I give it 5 stars! I will definitely be looking into getting another when this one's time is up.

Jill S

BMW x3. Excellent car for the money.

The seats are extremely comfortable. The technology in the car ensures that you get any repairs needed before something major breaks. Items are expensive to fix or replace. For example, a new battery cost $400. The I have all the bells and whistles and couldn’t be happier with this vehicle.

Maritza h

It is reliable and a good quality car.

I like that it is good to handle. Take turns and curves with precision. It is made with quality materials. It tells you when something is wrong on the screen. It came with a few nice features and the warranty, covers ALMOST everything; the dealership takes care of everything.

Chris W

It requires premium fuel, so that should be noted.

We love how comfortable our vehicle is. We take it on camping trips all the time and there is a ton of room for all of our camping gear, as well as 3-4 people. Our vehicle is also very reliable. We have not had any issues with it thus far.

Negative Owner Reviews

Marge U

BMW is great.

Beautiful, comfortable, reliable, roomy, nice ride, great interior finishes, lots of storage, love the heated seats.

Patricia K

Look the look but hate the cost.

Love the look of the car but starting to need lots of repairs. Compared to American made cars everything on my BMW cost 3 times the amount to fixed compared to my Chevy Malibu. Even simple maintenance items like oils changes, new tires, tune ups you name it cost me so much more. A simple oils change is over a 100.00.

Melissa B

Okay car but probably wouldn't buy again

Always seems to need to go to the shop for something. It gets good gas mileage. The back seat is really scrunched together making it hard to fit car seats or 3 people at one time. I do like the style of the car, it is very sporty looking. I probably would not buy another BMW

John V

A perfect car for the average, middle-class individual and household.

Best qualities are the affordability and the price-utility comparison. The pricing is justified for it is comparability in an highly urbanized location where mile Usage is high and gas emission is highly prevalent. It is easy to drive and handle in an environment where driving is not very linear (i.e. In a highly congested city where stops and speed differences are frequent. The interior of the car is very nice, not completely ostentatious but very classy for its model. The car is quite sizable with a spacious cargo section and cabin. The performance is excellent for the city environment as the engine lineup is very strong.

Kathy O

I like the fuel efficiency of my car.

I like the safety of the vehicle and it is fuel efficiency. I like the backup camera. I do not like the cost to repair it however. It is extremely high to get anything replaced or fixed in it. I also think the seats are too uncomfortable for a long drive.

Lexi T

2014 BMW x3 review. Love this car so much!!

My car has been very good I got it in November of 2019. Only problems I have had were flat tires and the speakers broke. I think the x3 is a perfect size I got it when I was 17. Love it. The year I have does not have Bluetooth so if you are looking for that get a newer model and it also does not have a backup camera it just has sensors. Hope this helps!

Morgan T

Great car, lacks features.

Overall, I have really enjoyed this vehicle. I have not had any issues with my car mechanically. My only complaints are the lack of features in my vehicle. I really enjoy having the backup camera but I wish I had a GPS and the ability to play music through Bluetooth connection.

Gil J

Probably wouldn't buy another BMW, id switch to Mercedes.

Car itself is great, tire issues from the beginning. Nice size family SUV, plenty of trunk space and good pickup on Hwy. Good on gas, only real drawback is the middle console paint peeled off and inside door handles kind of melted in summer heat. Otherwise good.

BMW X3 Models

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

xDrive28i

240 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

xDrive35i

300 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats

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2014 BMW X3 Owner Reviews

4.44

87 Reviews

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5 stars

56%

4 stars

34%

3 stars

7%

2 stars

1%

1 star

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Kathrin M on May 3, 2021

Black beauty chasing sunsets.

The BMW x3 is very reliable vehicle that also has some awesome power to it. The only downside is that when it is time to repair certain parts (e.G. Breaks) it is not as cost friendly. Then again considering you are driving a European made car, you pay the price for it.

Leah G on April 23, 2021

My favorite vehicle of my life!

I love my BMW x3! I got it used with 70k on the dash for an amazing price that I couldn't pass up. It has not given me to much trouble in the 3 years I have had it. The biggest issue I had was with the wastegate actuator which cost me almost a grand. Other than that it is been a gem! The ride is smooth, steering is tight but not to much so that you feel like you are in race car. The handling is like no other vehicle I have had and I give it 5 stars! I will definitely be looking into getting another when this one's time is up.

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Pros from Owners

James B.

Nice look. Handles like a small sports car but has SUV storage. XDrive is awesome. Fast. Nice interior. Streamlined dash. Back seat cup holders pull down is nice. Silver black is a professional look. Easy to keep looking clean.

Shannon B.

Heated seats, vehicle status, electric seat and windows. Back up assistance, parking help in front and back. Cruise control. Side windows tilt when backing up. Plenty of room in trunk. Sunroof, all wheel drive. Safety features.

Yvonne S.

Easy to drive, looks great, little maintenance, love it, the size is perfect, storage good and holds golf clubs easily. The seats are easy to put up and down and it has wonderful pick up when stepped on.

Caryn H.

Different drivetrain options, heated seats, heated steering wheel. Cargo locks for straps in the rear area. Heated back seats for rear passengers. Automatic wipers, Bluetooth capabilities. Locking gas cap door.

David G.

Excellent styling, powerful-responsive engine, leather entire, full roof sunroof, German engineering, plenty of room for both passengers and cargo, heated steering wheel and seats, excellent navigation system and the ability to connect to cell phones.

Cons from Owners

James B.

Fuels mpg is not great. It's ok but not great. Service and parts are expensive. Payload in the back is not very high. GPS is old look. Difficult to upgrade the stereo and GPS. Entering GPS address is cumbersome. Navigating the digital system is not very intuitive.

Shannon B.

Tires need air all the time, vinyl seats not leather, no lumbar support in seat, beeps way too much when car is on. Speaking to car does not always work, I have to repeat commands more than once or twice.

Yvonne S.

I really do not think there are any cons but one thing I hate is the TPM light keeps coming on and it requires $600 to fix it and I do not want it in the first place. I hate the beeping if seat belts not fastened right away. I do not like the beeper when speed goes over 80.

Caryn H.

White leather, when it's unable to find the remote to start can be annoying at times. The door locking and unlocking could be better. Other than those few things, the car is very nice to drive. My favorite car.

David G.

Can be expensive to maintain. Requirement for specific fluid replacements often mean going to a dealer rather than a local shop. I do not like not having a spare. I realize some people like the run flat but they can be very expensive.

Ranks #9 Luxury Compact SUV by Owners

The 2014 BMW X3 has an average owner rating of 4.47 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 11 other Luxury Compact SUVs.

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2014 Audi SQ5

5

2

2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

4.62

9

2014 BMW X3

4.44

Ranks #4 Luxury Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2014 BMW X3 has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #4 of 11 other Luxury Compact SUVs.

1

2014 BMW X1

34 MPG

2

2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class

33 MPG

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2014 BMW X3

28 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2014 bmw x3 coolant type?

Answer: The 2014 BMW X3 uses ZerexBlue 50/50 antifreeze engine coolant. It has a capacity of about 8.9 quarts. Coolant is used to transfer heat which can assist in preventing engine damage caused by freezing or...

2014 BMW X3: What is the size of the trunk and cargo space?

Answer: The trunk and cargo space of the 2014 BMW X3 is 27.6 ft, 63.3 ft with seat area. But what exactly is cargo space. Well cargo space is the amount of space, measured in cubic feet, that Your vehicle will hold in...

2014 BMW X3: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2014 BMW X3 holdS5.3 US quarts of 5W-30 high performance motor oil in the 2.0 liter engine and 7 US quarts in the 3.0 liter engine. BMW recommends changing the oil and filter every 7,500 - 10,000 miles or...

Does the 2014 BMW X3 have a spare tire?

Answer: The 2014 BMW X3 does not have the option for a spare tire. There is also no place to mount a spare tire in the car. While You could get an aftermarket tire and mounting kit, this is not ideal. The vehicle has...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

(Not Rated)

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2014 BMW X3 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs