2006 BMW X3 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.1 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.1 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2006 BMW X3 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2006 BMW X3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 15.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 307 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.93 | $24.15 |
2006 BMW X3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,550 | US$4,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,586 | $4,830 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2006 BMW X3
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 143 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (84), seats (42) and electrical system (13). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17V605000 | 2017-09-28 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2010 BMW X3 2.5i, X3 3.0i and X3 xDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if, and how, the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a... |
| 08V384000 | 2008-08-05 | air bags:frontal | BMW IS RECALLING 200,000 MY 2006 3 SERIES SPORT SEAT, MY 2004-2006 5 SERIES STANDARD AND SPORT SEAT, AND MY 2004-2006 X3 PASSENGER VEHICLES. DEPENDING ON THE MANNER AND FREQUENCY OF THE FRONT PASSENGER'S ENTRY AND EXIT, SMALL CRACKS HAVE DEVELOPED IN THE MAT. IF THIS OCCURS, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS, WITH THE... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2006 BMW X3: before you buy
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2006 BMW X3 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. Here is what to know about the 2006 BMW X3 before buying one.
A buyer's checks
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA has 143 owner complaints on file, mostly about air bags, seats and electrical system. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
Engine and fuel
The engine is the 3.0L 6-cylinder, with all-wheel drive and a 6-speed manual. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
Rated at 13.1 L/100 km combined, it needs around 39 litres for a 300 km round trip. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $22.93, and a 300 km weekend about $68.79. The EPA estimates US$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Space, size and seats
Being an SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well.
Who the X3 suits
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Drive it on your own roads
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Drive the X3 on your commute before you commit to it.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Choosing the right one
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Let us know
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2006 BMW X3 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 BMW X3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 BMW X3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 BMW X3?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2006 BMW X3 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2006 BMW X3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 BMW X3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4586.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.