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The BMW X3 is a popular mid-size SUV from the sporty German brand. In its latest guise, it has an upmarket appearance and is more than a match for rivals like the advanced Audi Q5 and the popular Mercedes-Benz GLC.
In recent years, BMW has sought to give the BMW X3 added character by upping its level of luxury, combining this with more emphasis on the car’s appearance. Even entry-level trims look smart, and the multitude of M Sport, M Performance and full-fat M Competition versions are by far the most popular among those who buy or lease a new model.
BMW is also ticking the environmental boxes, with both a BMW X3 plug-in hybrid and the pure electric BMW iX3 – the latter which we’ve tested separately. It rivals the likes of the Volvo XC60. Take a look at a BMW X3 for sale on heycar to discover just what’s on offer.
If the BMW X1 doesn't quite have the space you need, the BMW X3 is a great alternative. This latest version has all the kudos of bigger BMW SUVs, but at an affordable price for those wanting to buy or lease. Indeed, the BMW X3’s excellent retained values make it surprisingly good value for such a premium SUV.
It’s particularly impressive inside. The five-seat interior is very spacious, with lots of family-friendly rear-seat space (and a three-way split-fold rear seat), while three-zone climate control means those in the rear get their own air-con controls. The materials used are very luxurious and upmarket in feel, while the superb refinement of the powertrains (particularly that silent-running 30e PHEV) further bolsters the upmarket experience.
There’s a great range of engines. The diesels still impress with their blend of performance, pulling power and economy, while petrol alternatives are decent in their own right, and that bit more affordable. Then there’s the plug-in hybrid, which has a pure electric range of up to 30 miles, plus more than 290PS of power to enjoy on longer trips. It’s a really good stepping stone to the pure electric BMW iX3.
Alternatively, you could go for one of the exciting M-branded performance models. The M40i petrol and M40d diesel will be more than enough for most, but for others, only the 510PS of the BMW X3 M Competition will do. This flagship model also has all the associated M styling add-ons (and noisy exhausts) to help you really stand out.
The BMW X3 has been around for almost 20 years now. During that time, it has cemented itself as a great all-rounder that delivers all you’d expect of a premium SUV and more – with a slice of dynamic BMW appeal added on top.
The latest model also looks good, particularly in M Sport grade, while its interior is very plush and appealing. BMW has loaded it with standard equipment, plus one of the very best and most fully-connected infotainment systems in the business.
It’s a good car to have on your shortlist if you’re looking to buy or lease a premium family SUV. Even once you’ve driven the competition, you might find it a hard car to overlook, so fulsome are its talents.
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If you pick the plug-in hybrid BMW X3 then the boot space decreases from 550 to 450-litres, so while the CO2 emissions are incredibly low, practicality suffers. It also comes with the usual caveats for this type of car, in that unless you can charge the battery before every journey, and mainly take short trips, it'll use a lot more fuel the minute the battery runs flat.
In our opinion, the xDrive 20d, with its 190PS diesel motor, is the best option for most buyers, with decent performance and 48mpg+ economy, but we'd be sorely tempted by the six-cylinder 30d if you're buying used.
It is seriously quick and smooth, with only a small drop in fuel efficiency, and its superior refinement makes it even more relaxing over long distances than the four-cylinder model. There's no rival quite like it - it even makes a half-decent noise for a diesel.
Picking the right trim will also be a matter of personal taste more than a lack of features. The SE specification is so generously equipped that you don't really need to pay for a single option. If you can afford a bit more on top of your monthly payments, then the upgraded infotainment system in M Sport models is the best in class.
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The current BMW X3 was launched in 2018, which means all petrol and diesel models pay the same flat-rate of tax regardless of their efficiency, which is currently £850 per year. The plug-in hybrids get a £10 discount off that.
There's a sting in the tail though, as most X3s cost more than £40,000 when new, they are liable for a luxury tax rate during the first six years of ownership, pushing the annual cost up to £570 for the non-hybrid models.
Car insurance for the BMW X3 20i xLine starts from a reasonable group 28 (out of 50). It’s nudged up to group 33 for the BMW X3 20d diesel, while choosing a plug-in hybrid BMW X3 30e results in a headier group 38 insurance rating. The M40d is group 43 and the M40i is group 45. Needless to say, the BMW X3 M Competition will be the most expensive BMW X3 of all to insure.
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