2016 BMW X3 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

19 -27 City / 27 -34 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

180 -300

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Kendall S

The vehicle has very nice handling.

I enjoy the vehicle make and size. The drive is smooth and comfy. For a small SUV, it is fairly good on gas.

Anita F

A great buy. Nice looking. Very dependable. Reasonable price.

I like the way it handles, the comfort, the style. It has been trouble free. The interior features are great. I have no complaints.

Daiva M

Compact but had the roominess of an SUV. Fun to drive and handles very well. It's a good looking SUV.

Handles very well on the road. Yet is fun to drive.

Ryan E

It is a high quality brand and German made. It is the best car I ever owned.

It is a high quality car that is very dependable. I got a great deal on it as well

Casey S

100% satisfaction in 2016 BMW x3 m-sport.

My BMW x3 is equipped with all the 'bells and whistles' including the m-package. It includes harmon kardon sound system and leather seats. I purchased my car used a few years ago and have never had a single issue with the vehicle. Drives beautifully. High performance, comfortable, and reliable.

Glenn B

A good value for your investment.

It is comfortable easy to navigate, its response is instant, and rides very nice. Transmission easy to use all electronics easy to navigate and integrated. Just maintain service and no problems. Service levels are normal and not complicated. Overall a really nice car.

Melissa M

BMW dreamin': perfection in a car.

I love my BMW x3! I have never had a problem with it--just routine maintenance. It has great features including head-up display, night-lights, rear-view camera, panoramic sunroof. The panoramic sunroof brings so much light into the car and makes me feel like I have an open horizon. The car also alerts me when a vehicle is too close. One issue I have had is that it used to have a split screen with one screen being location and local weather. That screen now says 'not connected.' I looked up some video on how to fix it and tried all of those options but it still does not work. The car also vibrates when I drive outside the traffic lines which I find helpful. One possible irritating thing is that if you are too close to a vehicle or person, it beeps and it will not stop beeping until you or it moves further away. Sometimes, the vehicle is stopped at a parking lot when I have to pull over and give the lot cash and it will not stop beeping, I find that annoying. Sometimes when the car is stopped and brakes are on, a friend or family member might come to the car to come inside and it also starts to beep and will not stop until the person is inside or moves away. All-in-all, I love this vehicle! It is very reliable, stylish, loaded with options.

Hannah W

It's very comfortable and reliable, one of the best cars to buy.

I love the comfort. I love the free oil changes. It rides great. It's reliable.

Negative Owner Reviews

Dan wood

Lack of support

One thing I liked with my 2016 x3 was the online navigation feature. When you were in a strange location or just going about town you could just ask for a place to find. I.e. Just say restaurants and it would list those in the area. After 5 years they stopped supporting it. Can't buy updates, nothing. It pretty much doesn't work any more. They say it's due to technology changes. When you buy a 60,000 car you expect the features you got when you bought it to work. My 4th bmw and my last. Very disappointed.

Jasmine M

Expensive to fix, several issues

There is always something wrong and expensive to fix. Brakes, battery, etc although it is only 2 years old. I feel like I spend most of my time at the dealership and then telling me something new that is wrong. I think as the car gets older it will only get worse and I can imagine when everything is out of warranty.

Joey J

The $43,445 X3 xDrive30i comes with the usual power features, 18-inch wheels with all-season run-flat tires, automatic climate control, AM/FM/CD audio, Bluetooth, a power tailgate, a rearview camera, power front seats, and reclining rear seats.

The 2018 BMW X3 modulates its sheet metal in the usual ways in its third generation. I don't have any problems with it. It's good car.

Nicole M

My vehicle is basically buying a 3 series with a little more storage area.

I like the vehicle except the pickup is not great, but the service is wonderful and mph has proven sufficient I wish the options weren't all add one but included in original package. There should be more color options too the fact that backup camera is an extra at this point in cycle is also disappointing.

Steven R

The BMW X3 has such a great color

The BMW X3 is a really nice looking car. I have a navy blue colored one, and I think the color looks really good. However, the engine takes a while to start up.

Montrell M

As well as this vehicle is quite simple.

It has no more problem. Bio foil more than 8 liter per day. It has quality is law than other vehicle. It is problem, performance, reliability, comfort and features are not very well. Though it has some reliability, but it is not very comfortable. At least it has some problem of machinery function..

Carrie O

Service at BMW dealerships is greatly lacking for the cost.

Issues with check engine light coming on for 2.5 years.

BMW X3 Models

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

sDrive28i

240 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

xDrive28i

240 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

xDrive28d

180 HP 30 MPG 5 Seats

xDrive35i

300 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

Photos may not match model

2016 BMW X3 Owner Reviews

4.59

110 Reviews

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4 stars

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Alex B on June 22, 2021

Great amount of storage space with the feel of a BMW car.

We really like the BMW x3. W wanted transportation with a decent amount of storage space but one that also handled like a car. The mileage is good for as much driving as we do. The one downside with the vehicle is that we do have the m version, so the tires are a little lower to the ground and they wear out quicker than normal tires.

Dan wood on June 21, 2021

Lack of support

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Pros from Owners

Nathan S.

The interior of it is amazing and very comfortable. The sleek design of it is absolutely fantastic. I would not drive any other car. The rims on the car are some of the best that I have seen. The general ability of the car is amazing.

Cons from Owners

Nathan S.

It is very pricey and it is not all terrain. It does not have a lot of room you cannot take very many people in it. The overall design of the car is ok could be a little better. The gas mileage is absolutely absurd.

Ranks #5 Luxury Compact SUV by Owners

The 2016 BMW X3 has an average owner rating of 4.59 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 16 other Luxury Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #1 Luxury Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2016 BMW X3 has a combined MPG of 34 which ranks it #1 of 16 other Luxury Compact SUVs.

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34 MPG

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Is The 2016 BMW X3 A Good Car?

Yes, it's great! It drives smoothly, has an awesome navigation system and the 'sports' mode is super fun. I love how easily it accelerates. I feel comfortable and at ease every time I get in.

Tiara D.

Yes. It is fun to drive and the varying driving modes helps maximize fuel efficiency and comfort. I would highly recommend this vehicle.

Haley J.

How Reliable Is The 2016 BMW X3?

I haven't had any issues so far, besides the Bluetooth connection being shaky. But I think that's mostly the fault of my phone. Besides that, I've had no issues with it.

Elizabeth M.

I have not had any problems with this vehicle. During the time I have owned it I have found it to be very reliable.

Erin P.

Is The 2016 BMW X3 A Good Value?

I'm not sure how much it costs, but my monthly payment if almost 500 a month is more than affordable for the luxurious drive.

Michael A.

I purchased this vehicle has a BMW certified pre owned vehicle. The purchase price at the time was approximately $30,000. It was a good value considering the number of miles, model year, and amount of... Read More

Logan M.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do i perform the 2016 BMW X3 oil reset?

Answer: To reset the oil life on the 2016 BMW X3 You should first park the vehicle in a safe space that is out of the way. You reset it after every oil change which should happen every 12 months or 10,000 miles,...

2016 BMW X3: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

Answer: The 2016 BMW X3 has a maximum towing capacity of 3500 pounds. This is calculated by subtracting the curb weight from the gross combined vehicle rating, which is the maximum weight of the car voted and with the...

Does the 2016 BMW X3 have blind spot monitoring?

Answer: The 2016 BMW X3 comes in four different configurations, from the sDrive28i to the xDrive28i to the xDrive28d to the top rated xDrive35i. No configuration came standard with blind spot monitoring, but it could...

Does the 2016 BMW X3 have a spare tire?

Answer: The 2016 BMW X3 doesn't have a spare tire. Making sure Your tires are in the greatest of condition is crucial to not crashing. You will come into problems with this car part at some time or another. Premature...

Does the 2016 BMW X3 have Apple CarPlay?

Answer: The 2016 BMW X3 does have Apple CarPlay. You will come into issues with the sound. The source could be from the stereo's speakers or a phone that is connected to the vehicle. Whatever the source, You will have...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front