2011 BMW X3 xDrive35i
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- Photo: 2017 BMW X3 XDrive28i in Jet Black, Front Right, 05-22-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2011 BMW X3 xDrive35i is a 300-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 SUV with an 8-speed steptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $41,050 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 300 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 300 lb-ft of torque at 1200-5000 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The X3 measures 183.8 inches long on a 110.6-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $41,050 ($59,321 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $41,925 ($60,585 *) |
| Destination Charge | $875 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged 3.0L inline-6 (N55) |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft @ 1200-5000 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | VALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS, direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD (xDrive) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed Steptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.714 (36 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 3.143 (54 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 2.106 (81 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.667 (102 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.285 (132 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 1 (170 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.839 (203 mph **) |
| 8th Gear | 0.667 (255 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.295 |
| Final Drive | 3.385 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 17.7 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-joint spring-strut front suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Turning Diameter | 39 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc 12.9 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Ventilated disc 13.0 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 8J x 18 LM |
| Wheels Rear | 8J x 18 LM |
| Tires Front | 245/50 R18 |
| Tires Rear | 245/50 R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.8 in |
| Width | 74.1 in |
| Height | 66.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 27.6 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 39.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 BMW X3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 20, 2023 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.
Consequence: Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 23V707000
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
May 23, 2016 · CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014 to March 31, 2016, and 2015-2017 x4 xDrive28i, X4 xDrive35i and X4 xDriveM40i vehicles manufactured March3, 2014 to April 15, 2016. The affected vehicles have lower anchor bars for securing child restraint seats that may become damaged when using the European-ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
Consequence: Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 16V333000
Jun 29, 2011 · STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 X3 PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 27, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 8, 2011. A CONTROL MODULE IN THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) UNIT MAY MALFUNCTION, RESULTING IN A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE.
Consequence: SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 11V341000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 BMW X3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.