BMW X3 (2017-) review
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- Medium/Large SUV
- Available new
- Petrol/Diesel
The BMW X3 is a medium-size SUV and one of the most familiar premium 4x4 models on the market. Evolving into its third generation in 2017, does this new iteration deserve your attention? Can it beat rivals such as the Audi Q5 and Volvo XC60? Read our full BMW X3 review to find out.
- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What's it great at?
- What's it like to drive?
- How reliable is it?
- How comfortable and spacious is it?
- How economical is it to run?
- How safe is it?
- Is there anything I should look out for?
- Should I buy it?
Technical specifications
General
- ClassMedium/Large SUV
- Luxury
- Convertible
- On sale date2017-11-11
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