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BMW X3
2016 Xdrive 20d M Sport Auto
DieselAutomatic81,623 mi2016
Band E · £200/yr
£283/mo
£12,400
cash
AB Dealers·4.6 (235)· Feltham
BMW X3 insurance group
23–50 of 50
Motoring Today score
How good is the BMW X3?
62/100
Overall
Reliability69
Running costs67
Safety49
Family & practicality79
Insurance36
Reliability is from real DVSA MOT pass rates; running costs, insurance, safety and practicality from manufacturer specs (MPG/CO₂, insurance group, Euro NCAP, dimensions). Overall is a fixed weighted blend (family 17% · safety 18% · insurance 15% · reliability 25% · running cost 25%), from a sample of 94,388. A guide, not a guarantee.
Specifications & dimensions
Trim-level specifications for the BMW X3 (Diesel, Petrol, Petrol Parallel PHEV), across 228 recorded variants.
Performance
- 140–502 bhp
- Power
- 3.7s
- 0–60 mph (fastest)
- 155 mph
- Top speed
- 1,995–2,998 cc
- Engine
Economy & running costs
- 23–57 mpg
- Fuel economy
- 22–293 g/km
- CO₂
- 57 mi
- Electric range (max)
- £600
- Road tax (VED)
- 23–50 of 50
- Insurance group
Dimensions & practicality
- 4,648 mm
- Length
- 1,987 mm
- Width
- 1,675 mm
- Height
- 2,810 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,800 kg
- Weight
- 5
- Seats
- 5
- Doors
Euro NCAP safety
- 4★
- Adult
- 4★
- Child
- 1★
- Pedestrian
The BMW X3 (04-10) was tested by Euro NCAP in and received the following safety ratings:
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| Trim | Fuel | Power | MPG | CO₂ | Ins. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive M50 5dr AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 392 bhp | 35.3 - 36.7 mpg | 175 | 42 |
| xDrive 30e M Sport 5dr AutoAutomatic | Petrol Parallel PHEV | 294 bhp | 38.7 mpg | 22 | 38 |
| xDrive20 xLine 5dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 205 bhp | 39.2 - 40.9 mpg | 156 | 32 |
| xDrive20d xLine 5dr Step AutoAutomatic | Diesel | 194 bhp | 46.3 - 48.7 mpg | 153 | 33 |
| xDrive X3 M Competition 5dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 502 bhp | 25.7 - 26.2 mpg | 247 | 45 |
| xDrive M40i MHT M Pro Edition 5dr AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 354 bhp | 30.7 mpg | 210 | — |
| xDrive M40d MHT 5dr AutoAutomatic | Diesel | 335 bhp | 37.7 - 38.7 mpg | 181 | 43 |
| xDrive 30e xLine 5dr AutoAutomatic | Petrol Parallel PHEV | 287 bhp | 34.9 - 35.3 mpg | 48 | 38 |
| xDrive30d MHT M Sport 5dr AutoAutomatic | Diesel | 281 bhp | 39.8 - 42.8 mpg | 173 | 41 |
| xDrive20i MHT xLine 5dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 181 bhp | 36.2 - 37.2 mpg | 173 | 30 |
| xDrive M40i Auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 354 bhp | 30.1 - 31.4 mpg | 204 | 40 |
| xDrive M40d MHT Auto 5dAutomatic | Diesel | 335 bhp | 40.4 - 43.5 mpg | 171 | 43 |
Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
- How many BMW X3s are currently for sale on Motoring Today?
- There are currently 3 BMW X3 models for sale on Motoring Today. This count was updated on 14 September 2026.
- What is the cheapest BMW X3 available?
- The cheapest BMW X3 listed is a 2016 model with 79,603 miles, priced at £10,290. A representative finance example for this car is £239 per month.
- What should I check when buying a used BMW X3?
- Beyond the essential service history and MOT advisories available on Motoring Today listings, prospective X3 buyers should consider checking for common issues such as timing chain wear on older diesel engines and suspension component longevity, particularly for models driven on rougher roads.
- Is the BMW X3 ULEZ compliant?
- Yes, all BMW X3 models available on Motoring Today meet Euro 6 emissions standards, making them ULEZ compliant. This generally applies to diesel cars registered from September 2015 onwards.
- What finance options are available for a BMW X3?
- Motoring Today offers Hire Purchase (HP) finance. A representative example for an X3 indicates a typical 60-month term with a 0% deposit at 13% APR. Remember, this is a representative example and finance is subject to status.