2005 BMW X3 3.0i AT
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- Photo: 2005 BMW X3 2.0d, front left (Portugal) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW X3 Facelift front by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 BMW X3 SE 2.0 (Drity example) by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW X3 E83 red side (2) by Fiver, der Hellseher, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW X3 Facelift rear by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2005 BMW X3 3.0i AT is a 225-hp 3.0-liter SUV with a 5-speed steptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $36,300 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 225 horsepower at 5,900 rpm and 214 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The X3 measures 179.7 inches long on a 110.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,067 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $36,300 ($60,407 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $36,995 ($61,564 *) |
| Destination Charge | $695 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | DOHC inline 24-valve 6-cylinder, Double-VANOS |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 225 hp @ 5,900 rpm |
| Torque | 214 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24V Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.0 x 89.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic throttle, dual resonance intake (Siemens MS 45) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD (xDrive) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed Steptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 3.42 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.22 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.6 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.75 |
| Reverse | 3.03 |
| Final Drive | 3.64 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 17.7 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Struts, double-pivot lower arms, twin-tube gas-pressure shocks, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Central Links, coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shocks, anti-roll bar |
| Turning Diameter | 38.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc 12.8 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Ventilated disc 12.6 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 8.0 cast alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 8.0 cast alloy |
| Tires Front | 235/55R-17 H-rated all-season |
| Tires Rear | 235/55R-17 H-rated all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 179.7 in |
| Width | 73 in |
| Height | 66 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.1 in |
| Front Track | 60 in |
| Rear Track | 60.7 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8 in |
| Approach Angle | 24° |
| Departure Angle | 21.9° |
| Cargo Volume | 30 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,067 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2005 BMW X3 4-DR w/SAB).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 BMW X3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 5, 2008 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
BMW IS RECALLING 200,000 MY 2006 3 SERIES SPORT SEAT, MY 2004-2006 5 SERIES STANDARD AND SPORT SEAT, AND MY 2004-2006 X3 PASSENGER VEHICLES. DEPENDING ON THE MANNER AND FREQUENCY OF THE FRONT PASSENGER'S ENTRY AND EXIT, SMALL CRACKS HAVE DEVELOPED IN THE MAT. IF THIS OCCURS, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE HEAD PROTECTION SYSTEM, WILL BE DEACTIVATED AND THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP AS WELL AS THE PASSENGER AIR BAG "ON-OFF" LAMP WILL BE ILLUMINATED.
Consequence: IN THIS SITUATION THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS WILL NOT DEPLOY EVEN IF A SUFFICIENTLY SEVERE ACCIDENT WOULD OCCUR AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE SYSTEM WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REWORK THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR MAT SO THAT EXTERNAL FORCE APPLICATION TO THE SEAT DOES NOT CAUSE A CRACK TO THE MAT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 6, 2008. BMW WILL ALSO EXTEND THE WARRANTY ON THESE VEHICLES TO 10 YEARS FROM FIRST REGISTRATION WITHOUT ANY MILEAGE LIMIT. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 08V384000
Sep 6, 2007 · EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BMW BIKE CARRIERS, P/N 82110393954, SOLD FOR USE ON MY 2005 BMW X3 AND X5 VEHICLES. A PINCH BOLT EXISTS BETWEEN THE BIKE ARM BRACKET AND THE UPRIGHT ASSEMBLY OF THE HITCH STYLE BICYCLE RACK.
Consequence: WHEN MOVING THE BIKE ARM BRACKET TO ITS DOWN POSITION, THIS PINCH POINT HAS THE POTENTIAL OF CAUSING A SEVERE INJURY TO THE USER'S FINGER OR HAND.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES TOLL-FREE AT 800-831-1117.
NHTSA campaign 07E069000
128 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 BMW X3
Owner Complaints
128 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 BMW X3 (5 mention a crash, 19 a fire, 19 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seats | 48 |
| Air Bags | 46 |
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Structure | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Engine | 5 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2005 BMW X3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.