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2016 BMW X3

4 trims · SUV

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$55,522

7 for sale · Starting MSRP $38,950 – $46,800

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★
Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 5 recalls on record

BMW X3 for sale

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MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on sDrive28i

Total price (sDrive28i MSRP)

$38,950

Typical monthly

$771/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

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Compare 2016 BMW X3 trims

  • sDrive28i

    MSRP
    $38,950
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    21/28
    Horsepower
    240 hp
    Torque
    260 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    27.6
    Max towing
    —

  • xDrive28i

    MSRP
    $40,950
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    21/28
    Horsepower
    240 hp
    Torque
    260 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    27.6
    Max towing
    3,000 lbs

  • xDrive28d

    MSRP
    $42,450
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    27/34
    Horsepower
    180 hp
    Torque
    280 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 diesel
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    27.6
    Max towing
    —

  • xDrive35i

    MSRP
    $46,800
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    19/27
    Horsepower
    300 hp
    Torque
    300 lb-ft
    Engine
    3L I6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    27.6
    Max towing
    3,000 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
sDrive28igas
xDrive28igas
xDrive28ddiesel
xDrive35igas
Fuel type
sDrive28ipremium unleaded (required)
xDrive28ipremium unleaded (required)
xDrive28ddiesel fuel
xDrive35ipremium unleaded (required)
Cylinders
sDrive28iI4
xDrive28iI4
xDrive28dI4
xDrive35iI6
Displacement
sDrive28i2 L
xDrive28i2 L
xDrive28d2 L
xDrive35i3 L
Horsepower
sDrive28i240 hp
xDrive28i240 hp
xDrive28d180 hp
xDrive35i300 hp
Torque
sDrive28i260 lb-ft
xDrive28i260 lb-ft
xDrive28d280 lb-ft
xDrive35i300 lb-ft
Transmission
sDrive28i8-speed shiftable automatic
xDrive28i8-speed shiftable automatic
xDrive28d8-speed shiftable automatic
xDrive35i8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain
sDrive28irear wheel drive
xDrive28iall wheel drive
xDrive28dall wheel drive
xDrive35iall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
sDrive28iSUV
xDrive28iSUV
xDrive28dSUV
xDrive35iSUV
Doors
sDrive28i5
xDrive28i5
xDrive28d5
xDrive35i5
Seating
sDrive28i5
xDrive28i5
xDrive28d5
xDrive35i5
Length
sDrive28i183.4 in
xDrive28i183.4 in
xDrive28d183.4 in
xDrive35i183.4 in
Width
sDrive28i74.1 in
xDrive28i74.1 in
xDrive28d74.1 in
xDrive35i74.1 in
Height
sDrive28i66.1 in
xDrive28i66.1 in
xDrive28d66.1 in
xDrive35i66.1 in
Wheelbase
sDrive28i110.6 in
xDrive28i110.6 in
xDrive28d110.6 in
xDrive35i110.6 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
sDrive28i27.6 cu ft
xDrive28i27.6 cu ft
xDrive28d27.6 cu ft
xDrive35i27.6 cu ft
Max towing
sDrive28i—
xDrive28i3,000 lbs
xDrive28d—
xDrive35i3,000 lbs
Curb weight
sDrive28i4,030 lbs
xDrive28i4,150 lbs
xDrive28d4,230 lbs
xDrive35i4,230 lbs
Fuel tank
sDrive28i17.7 gal
xDrive28i17.7 gal
xDrive28d17.7 gal
xDrive35i17.7 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
sDrive28i24
xDrive28i24
xDrive28d30
xDrive35i22
City MPG
sDrive28i21
xDrive28i21
xDrive28d27
xDrive35i19
Highway MPG
sDrive28i28
xDrive28i28
xDrive28d34
xDrive35i27

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2016 BMW X3 FAQ

How much does the 2016 BMW X3 cost?
The 2016 BMW X3 has a starting MSRP of $38,950, ranging up to $46,800 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes sDrive28i from $38,950; xDrive28i from $40,950; xDrive28d from $42,450; xDrive35i from $46,800. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $55,522.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 BMW X3?
The 2016 BMW X3 achieves up to 30 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2016 BMW X3 have?
The 2016 BMW X3 offers up to 27.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2016 BMW X3 tow?
The 2016 BMW X3 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 3,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2016 BMW X3 safe?
The 2016 BMW X3 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2016 BMW X3 come in?
The 2016 BMW X3 is available in 4 trims across SUV body styles with rear wheel drive, all wheel drive.