Opinions on new X3
Discussion
Currently in a 2015 F15 X5, was contemplating a slight downsize to the new X3 (new to me, either a 2018 xLine or 69 plate MSport), I could see myself using the car less, plus some car park spaces in the X5 are a bit tight. Is it worthwhile changing over? I do like the new X5 but out of my price range for now...
I think the X3 is a great car, perfectly sized and priced and a huge improvement compared to the old one which was a bit of a pudding. I've quite a few as loaners and was really surprised by the step on they made to the previous gen in terms of the drive, I took delivery of an X3M in December and it's a great car.
I never liked the X3 previously and would have always wanted the X5 but I think they are just too big these days.
I never liked the X3 previously and would have always wanted the X5 but I think they are just too big these days.
I've had an X3 M40i for just under a year, having never had a typical 4x4 Chelsea tractor before and I love it.
It is very well put together, very comfy and nicely smaller than an X5 so width restrictions are easier, etc. It still has a nice commanding driving position and doesn't handle like a barge.
I would thoroughly recommend a try of one. I know someone who came from an X5 to an X3 for the slight size difference to make parking and driving generally easier.
It is very well put together, very comfy and nicely smaller than an X5 so width restrictions are easier, etc. It still has a nice commanding driving position and doesn't handle like a barge.
I would thoroughly recommend a try of one. I know someone who came from an X5 to an X3 for the slight size difference to make parking and driving generally easier.
Tea Pot One said:
I've had an X3 M40i for just under a year, having never had a typical 4x4 Chelsea tractor before and I love it.
It is very well put together, very comfy and nicely smaller than an X5 so width restrictions are easier, etc. It still has a nice commanding driving position and doesn't handle like a barge.
I would thoroughly recommend a try of one. I know someone who came from an X5 to an X3 for the slight size difference to make parking and driving generally easier.
Thanks for the advice... I had seen an xLine (above the SE, below the MSport), and was thinking about it (apparently boot space is about the same, but it's not such a large bus). Having done the MSport thing, I am not too worried what the trim is, I think there's decent level of kit in the X3 anyway. I might call the dealership today. The X5 is great, I feel bad having neglected her due to the lockdown, but as a family of 5 (with one of those massive twin buggy things) was concerned about space for the weekly shop (I've forgotten what that is in the past 8 weeks It is very well put together, very comfy and nicely smaller than an X5 so width restrictions are easier, etc. It still has a nice commanding driving position and doesn't handle like a barge.
I would thoroughly recommend a try of one. I know someone who came from an X5 to an X3 for the slight size difference to make parking and driving generally easier.
)Has to be the new one, Euro6 to keep free of the Sadiq Khan Surcharge (ULEZ), a bit easier to park than my current car, with reversing cameras, and the 3 litre straight six diesel. I have had mine on finance for almost a year, decent enough credit history, but unsure about flipping cars like these Youtubers do.
No great hurry to change, but was weighing it up. Dealing with settlement fees might be an issue though, and don't want to be paying through the nose for a smaller car. Hasn't the tax thing also changed or is that just on brand new cars?
We ve got an X4 at the minute and im due (was due depending on how covid effects my work) to change it in Feb next year, and im looking at X3s as well but putting off test driving one for the minute and MRS400 gets trigger happy and will just say yes.
Only thing id be torn with is whether to have an M40i or M40d i think.
Only thing id be torn with is whether to have an M40i or M40d i think.
cossy400 said:
We ve got an X4 at the minute and im due (was due depending on how covid effects my work) to change it in Feb next year, and im looking at X3s as well but putting off test driving one for the minute and MRS400 gets trigger happy and will just say yes.
Only thing id be torn with is whether to have an M40i or M40d i think.
I was thinking it through and decided it's not worth the aggro of paying a deposit, swapping plates etc for essentially a slightly smaller car, for possibly more money... the new dashboard is great in the X3, but I like the completely flat floor at the back in the X5 (no transmission tunnel hump). I also heard depreciation isn't great for the X3. The styling is good but I might as well get the new X5 in a years' time. It is again down to CV19 affecting everything (especially if it returns this winter)...Only thing id be torn with is whether to have an M40i or M40d i think.
DiscoSINGH said:
Alternative to consider to the X3 is the Audi Q5. I went from a 440i gc to a SQ5.
Originally wanted an X3 M40i but I couldn't make the numbers work so in the end I went for its rival - SQ5 (3.0 tfsi).
I did look at the SQ5 (diesel), it was okay, but the layout annoyed me. I guess I'm just to used to my BMWs... I did try an X Trail for a short while (never really liked the unrefined Renault engine), and a Mercedes R350 (don't ask) ... but I figure in these uncertain times, to stick with the X5. The car I had seen was an X3 xLine, a halfway house between the SE and MSport. I hear the key for the new X3 is huge, the size of a small phone...Originally wanted an X3 M40i but I couldn't make the numbers work so in the end I went for its rival - SQ5 (3.0 tfsi).
Thanks for the advice
CourtAgain said:
DiscoSINGH said:
Alternative to consider to the X3 is the Audi Q5. I went from a 440i gc to a SQ5.
Originally wanted an X3 M40i but I couldn't make the numbers work so in the end I went for its rival - SQ5 (3.0 tfsi).
I did look at the SQ5 (diesel), it was okay, but the layout annoyed me. I guess I'm just to used to my BMWs... I did try an X Trail for a short while (never really liked the unrefined Renault engine), and a Mercedes R350 (don't ask) ... but I figure in these uncertain times, to stick with the X5. The car I had seen was an X3 xLine, a halfway house between the SE and MSport. I hear the key for the new X3 is huge, the size of a small phone...Originally wanted an X3 M40i but I couldn't make the numbers work so in the end I went for its rival - SQ5 (3.0 tfsi).
Thanks for the advice
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I've a 40d and have previously had two X5's both the previous gens. The new one is massive and now the X3 is more representative of a baby X5 it was what attracted me. The current X3 can't be much smaller than the E70 I had.
Looked at the Audi but hated my S3 infotainment and the Q5 is still Audi! BMW have it just right IMO.
I’m going to switch to an x3 m comp when lockdown ends and my current deal finishes.
It’s taken me a while to warm to the x3 as sometimes I would see a base spec and think it didn’t look that great but then seeing the x3m and m sport models they greatly improved in my eyes.
I was tempted by an x5 40i but I was realistic with my parking skills and decided it was to big for our needs
My sister has an q5 and it’s ok, the newer Audi interiors date it pretty badly
It’s taken me a while to warm to the x3 as sometimes I would see a base spec and think it didn’t look that great but then seeing the x3m and m sport models they greatly improved in my eyes.
I was tempted by an x5 40i but I was realistic with my parking skills and decided it was to big for our needs
My sister has an q5 and it’s ok, the newer Audi interiors date it pretty badly
I’m currently weighing up the M40d vs M40i in X4 flavour to replace the wife’s 2016 X4 30d.
She does 10k miles/yr with a mix of lots of short town/city journeys with 2-3 longer 50-150 mile trips per month.
I’m never a fan of diesel but admit her current 30d has been great and seems to suit bigger SAV vehicles.
I’d love an extended test of the M40i to see what it’s like in the real world but BMW are less than forthcoming...
She does 10k miles/yr with a mix of lots of short town/city journeys with 2-3 longer 50-150 mile trips per month.
I’m never a fan of diesel but admit her current 30d has been great and seems to suit bigger SAV vehicles.
I’d love an extended test of the M40i to see what it’s like in the real world but BMW are less than forthcoming...
That’s a really useful heads-up and their policy just seems so inconsistent.
I understand why they should’nt have to hand out 420d’s given there’s not much to ‘test drive’, but when I’m spending £50k+ on an X4 M40i/d and it’s the first time they’ve ever had a 3.0 petrol in the range then it should’nt be too much to ask for 24-48hrs to understand whether the car suits in the real world.
I understand why they should’nt have to hand out 420d’s given there’s not much to ‘test drive’, but when I’m spending £50k+ on an X4 M40i/d and it’s the first time they’ve ever had a 3.0 petrol in the range then it should’nt be too much to ask for 24-48hrs to understand whether the car suits in the real world.
CourtAgain said:
Thanks for the advice... I had seen an xLine (above the SE, below the MSport), and was thinking about it (apparently boot space is about the same, but it's not such a large bus). Having done the MSport thing, I am not too worried what the trim is, I think there's decent level of kit in the X3 anyway. I might call the dealership today. The X5 is great, I feel bad having neglected her due to the lockdown, but as a family of 5 (with one of those massive twin buggy things) was concerned about space for the weekly shop (I've forgotten what that is in the past 8 weeks )
Has to be the new one, Euro6 to keep free of the Sadiq Khan Surcharge (ULEZ), a bit easier to park than my current car, with reversing cameras, and the 3 litre straight six diesel. I have had mine on finance for almost a year, decent enough credit history, but unsure about flipping cars like these Youtubers do.
No great hurry to change, but was weighing it up. Dealing with settlement fees might be an issue though, and don't want to be paying through the nose for a smaller car. Hasn't the tax thing also changed or is that just on brand new cars?
This thread is just what I needed. So basically was originally looking between F-Pace and X5, but my wife was a bit concerned on the size of the X5 as it is massive, is the X3 worth a crack then? It was out of that or the F-Pace originally and whilst I prefer the look of the F-Pace, heard some of the tech is poor and that's where BMW excels. )Has to be the new one, Euro6 to keep free of the Sadiq Khan Surcharge (ULEZ), a bit easier to park than my current car, with reversing cameras, and the 3 litre straight six diesel. I have had mine on finance for almost a year, decent enough credit history, but unsure about flipping cars like these Youtubers do.
No great hurry to change, but was weighing it up. Dealing with settlement fees might be an issue though, and don't want to be paying through the nose for a smaller car. Hasn't the tax thing also changed or is that just on brand new cars?
Any thoughts on the X3 Hybrid that has recently dropped? Do you lose boot space? Just worry it doesn't have enough muscle underneath to really move the size of the car.
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