2007 BMW X3 - SpecComparePro

2007 BMW X3 3.0i AT

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The 2007 BMW X3 3.0i AT is a 225-hp 3.0-liter SUV with a 6-speed steptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 225 horsepower at 5,900 rpm and 214 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The X3 measures 179.7 inches long on a 110.1-inch wheelbase.

Spec	Value
Vehicle
Body Type	SUV
Powertrain	Gas
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 Steptronic automatic
Fuel Economy
City	17 MPG
Highway	24 MPG
Combined	20 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 (2007 BMW X3 4-DR w/SAB).

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 BMW X3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jan 15, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 20V017000

Oct 30, 2017 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

Consequence: An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 17V683000

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

373 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2007 BMW X3

Owner Complaints

373 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 BMW X3 (14 mention a crash, 33 a fire, 25 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas

Air Bags	113
Engine	65
Electrical System	62
Seats	61
Power Train	57
Engine And Engine Cooling	20

A complaint can cite more than one area.

Most recent complaints

Aug 8, 2025 · Electrical System

“The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to the dealer to be repaired under an undisclosed Takata recall repair; however, after the recall repair was…”

Jul 31, 2025 · Air Bags

“I’m writing to escalate an unresolved issue following a recent airbag takata recall repair performed at BMW of Manhattan on my 2007 BMW X3 VIN [XXX] ) , license [XXX] Prior to the recall service…”

Jan 5, 2024 · Electrical System, Engine

“Had it in bmw dealership for recall to be fixed, that caused my engine light to come on. My engine light was still in when I went back to get it. They said au had to pay $100.00 to have the engine…”

Nov 9, 2023 · Seats

“I was driving my daughter to school this morning and turned on the seat warmers/heaters. After a few minutes on the road, I started to smell something burning. I couldn’t identify the smell and…”

Oct 18, 2023 · Steering, Power Train, Unknown Or Other

“Summary of complaint: We own a 2007 BMW X3 SUV that we have taken to the BMW Mt. Laurel NJ dealership for service since we bought the car over five years ago. On August 15th 2023, we took the car for…”

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 2007 BMW X3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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