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2009 BMW X3 - Expert Reviews

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Edmunds
2009 bmw x3 Professional Edmunds Review

...The X3's straight-6 delivers spirited power over the majority of its rpm range, while the automatic transmission's gearchanges are caffeinated in their...

CarGurus
CarGurus' Review for 2009 bmw x3

...However, neither issue is enough to avoid recommending the X3. The only caveat that comes to mind is its impending refresh, coming perhaps as early as next...

Cars.com
2009 BMW X3 Professional Cars.com Review

...While the X3's performance chops are probably better than they've ever been, that might not matter much in this segment. Buyers are looking for a certain level...

Cars.com
2009 BMW X3 Professional Cars.com Review

...Side-impact airbags Rear side-impact airbags available Electronic stability system Brake fade compensation and start-off assist Hill Descent Control...

Cars.com
2009 BMW X3 Professional Cars.com Review

...2009 BMW X3 Engine: 3.0-liter, 260-hp 6-cyl. Transmission: automatic All-wheel drive Wheelbase: 110.1 inches Curb weight: 4,068 lbs. Base price: $40,225 As...

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While the BMW X3 was the lone luxury compact crossover ute a few years ago, there are now plenty of great alternatives.

The new Volvo XC60 comes with a torquey inline six-cylinder engine, like the BMW, but it has a roomier interior and, some will think, a more fashionable interior.

Volvo also offers more high-tech safety features.

The Land Rover LR2 is related to the XC60 but has more off-road credibility, along with a more cluttered interior design.

Two new entries, the Mercedes-Benz GLK and Audi Q5, look to woo buyers looking for a smaller yet very luxurious SUV.

The GLK has some measure of off-road ability, while the Q5 aims at the crowd planning to stay on-road.

The most refined vehicle in this class, the Acura RDX, is a stiff competitor but suffers a bit from a choppy ride and a slightly off-base, zippy turbocharged engine; TheCarConnection.com’s editors also think that the RDX has the best handling.


 
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