BMW X3 2004 E83
1-Comfortable
2-Simple
3-Popular premium class car foscity and countryside.
4-Can go on an icy pavement or a swamp of road.
5-Relatively well maintainable at home garage conditions.
6-Great steerability both un gravel and asphalt - because full X-drive shall ensure that all speed ranges (both up to 90km / h and 150 km / h).
7- marvelously "purr" 6-cylinder engine, which easily tows ...
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This generation of BMW X3 E83 has been produced from January, 2004 to September, 2006. We can provide information about 10 modifications of this generation. 2004 BMW X3 comes with four wheel drive (4x4).
This BMW is available with three petrol engines with displacement from 2.0 to 3.0 litres and power of from 150 to 231 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 2.0 to 3.0 litres and power of from 150 to 218 horsepower. All engines feature a timing chain-driven camshaft, which is considered a more reliable and less maintenance-intensive solution (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (6 versions), as well as automatic (4 versions) gearbox.
BMW X3 2004 E83 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 9.3 to 12 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 7.2 to 9.1 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient BMW X3 2004 E83 petrol engine version is BMW X3 2.0i, consuming 9.3 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient BMW X3 2004 E83 diesel - BMW X3 2.0d for 100 kilometers consumes 7.2 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, BMW X3 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 6 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +6% for petrol engines and +6% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific BMW X3 modification.
BMW X3 2004 E83 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 223 to 293 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 191 to 243 grams per kilometer. From BMW X3 with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has BMW X3 2.0i which produces an average of 223 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the BMW X3 diesels least CO2 distributes BMW X3 2.0d - 191 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7.4 seconds has BMW X3 3.0d version, conversely the tardiest one is BMW X3 2.0i reaching this speed only in 12 seconds. The maximum top speed is 210 km/h for the 3.0 petrol 6-cylinder 231 hp version (BMW X3 3.0i) and 5 other versions.
Lenght of BMW X3 is 456 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - BMW X3 is about 16 cm longer than Toyota RAV4, but 1 cm shorter than Honda CR-V. BMW X3 gross weight is from 2200 to 2355 kg (depending on modification), which is about 9 percent lighter than the average for this age and class. BMW X3 trunk space is 480 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1560 litres.
This BMW is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 4800 €. According to user reviews, average BMW X3 repair costs are 90 € per year. Users calculated BMW X3 2004 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3200 € cost per year and 0.29 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 60%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 20% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of BMW X3 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about BMW X3 prices and costs.
BMW X3 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW X3 2005 2.0i 4x4
Sep 2005 — Sep 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW X3 2004 2.0d 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW X3 2004 2.5i 4x4 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW X3 2004 2.5i 4x4 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW X3 2004 3.0i 4x4
Most powerfull petrol version (231 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW X3 2004 3.0i 4x4
Most powerfull petrol version (231 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW X3 2004 3.0d 4x4 Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW X3 2004 3.0d 4x4 Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW X3 2005 3.0d 4x4
Sep 2005 — Sep 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds |
3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW X3 2005 3.0d 4x4
Sep 2005 — Sep 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (218 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
BMW X3 prices
BMW X3 2004 - 2006 crossover price in Latvia is from 3500 € to 6500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW X3 price is entirely high - BMW X3 is approximately for 7 percents more expensive then average crossovers of this age (compare crossovers 2004 - 2006 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X3 2006 price | 4100 € | 5500 € | 6500 € | |
| BMW X3 2005 price | 4000 € | 4800 € | 5500 € | |
| BMW X3 2004 price | 3500 € | 4300 € | 5000 € |
BMW X3 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own BMW X3? Users calculated BMW X3 2004 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3200 € cost per year and 0.29 € cost per one kilometer.
BMW X3 2004 total costs of ownership calculator
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BMW X3 reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service BMW X3 reliability is good. In the roadworthiness tests in 2018 defects were detected in an average of 23.1 percent of BMW X3 of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26.9%.
BMW X3 2004 E83 features (options)
Percentage of BMW X3 with corresponding feature (option)
83% Conditioning
78% Rain sensor
70% Tire pressure control
67% Metallic paint
66% Xenon headlights
53% Adjustable steering wheel
50% Cruise control
47% Leather upholstery
45% Roof bars (railings)
43% Rear parking sensors
41% Front parking sensors
37% Heated seats
32% Navigation
26% Panoramic sunroof
23% Dimming mirrors
19% Electrically adjustable seats
17% Sunroof
14% Bi-xenon lights
13%
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BMW X3 reviews
Total 7 BMW X3 owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 13.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
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Pros: 1-Comfortable
2-Simple
3-Popular premium class car foscity and countryside.
4-Can go on an icy pavement or a swamp of road.
5-Relatively well maintainable at home garage conditions.
6-Great steerability both un gravel and asphalt - because full X-drive shall ensure that all speed ranges (both up to 90km / h and 150 km / h).
7- marvelously "purr" 6-cylinder engine, which easily tows this 2-ton heavy vehicle.
8-With automatic-shift gearboxes is great for driving city - especially at jams.
9- ULTRA flexible suspension (not hard),
10-Comparison with pneimo suspension comfort is not possible, but each X3 wire rod is cast iron hinges on a possible change for low cost.
11-Not popular for thieves (not as handsome as X5)
12-More exact steering wheel and higher dynamics as X5 (as at same engine capacity, mass differs)
13-Galvanised bodywork (even paint damage does not result in corrosion location)
14-Can handle thick (4 mm steel) protective "pan" both engine and gearbox (on which You can turn)))