2006 BMW X3 3.0i MT
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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 2006 BMW X3 3.0i MT is a 225-hp 3.0-liter SUV with a 6-speed manual and all-wheel drive. It starts at $37,495 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 225 horsepower at 5,900 rpm and 214 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The X3 measures 179.7 inches long on a 110.1-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $37,495 ($60,446 *) |
| 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 | 6-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 4.35 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.5 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.66 |
| 4th Gear | 1.23 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.85 |
| Reverse | 3.93 |
| Final Drive | 3.64 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 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 |
| 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 (2006 BMW X3 4-DR w/SAB).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW X3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 28, 2017 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2010 BMW X3 2.5i, X3 3.0i and X3 xDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if, and how, the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
Consequence: Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. A second notification letter will be sent when parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 17V605000
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
345 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 BMW X3
Owner Complaints
345 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW X3 (13 mention a crash, 17 a fire, 22 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 177 |
| Seats | 54 |
| Electrical System | 45 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 26 |
| Steering | 24 |
| Engine | 17 |
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 2006 BMW X3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.