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Buyers' file
Published16 May 2008
BUYER'S FILE - BMW X3
Price range 12,000-26,000
Years 2003-2006
You'll like... Image; size; luggage space
You won't... Firm ride; running costs
Engines
2.0i 150bhp
2.5i 192bhp
3.0i 231bhp
2.0d 150bhp
3.0d 218bhp
Average economy 39.2mpg-23.3mpg
0-60mph 11.5sec-8.9sec
Euro NCAP rating:
Adult occupant safety n/a
Pedestrian safety n/a
Insurance Group 14-18
Depreciation 68%-70%
Reliability
One to go for 2.0d SE
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