2021 BMW X3 Reliability

Type: SUV
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People Paid:
$20,827-$36,466

MPG: 21-25

MPGe:

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Previous year ratings & review data used.

Quality & Reliability

Average

80/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

83/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Average

74/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Average

80/100

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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Note: JD Power ratings reflect our best available data, updated each September. For current model year ratings, we apply previous model year ratings until new consumer survey data is available in September. Learn more about our ratings methodology.

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Best Compact Premium SUV of 2021

All JD Power rankings are powered by VIN verified vehicle owners. See ratings methodology.

Compact Premium SUV

Rating

Compact Premium SUV

Rating

#4 BMW X3
79
#5 Lincoln Corsair
78
#6 Volvo XC60
77
#6 Acura RDX
77
#7 INFINITI QX50
75

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2021 X3 for Sale near Columbus, OH

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$24,998

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Mileage: 78,141

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Owners Like

Measured owner satisfaction with 2021 BMW X3 after 90-days of ownership.

Economy / range are rated higher than average for the segment
The vehicle's ability to conveniently store personal items is rated high
High ratings for the sound of the vehicle's engine

Owners Don't Like

The problems experienced by owners of the 2021 BMW X3 during the first 90-days of ownership.

The sound quality of the vehicle's audio system is rated lower than average
The front seats are not as comfortable as some competitors
Owners don't give high ratings for the sound the doors make when they close them

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Performance Specs

Combined MPG

21 - 25

Combined MPGe

Horsepower

248 - 382

Transmission

8 speed, Automatic w/OD

Engine

Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4, Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Previous year ratings & review data used.

Quality & Reliability

Average

80/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

83/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Average

74/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Average

80/100

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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