2016 BMW X3 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.0 to 11.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.0 to 11.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
We do not have a 2016 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.
2016 BMW X3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Diesel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 8.7 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km | 12.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.1 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.0 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 214 g/km | 233 g/km | 233 g/km | 258 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.40 | $17.50 | $17.50 | $19.25 |
2016 BMW X3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 27 | 21 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 28 | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 30 | 24 | 24 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 36 | 29 | 29 | 25 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 | US$3,400 | US$3,400 | US$3,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,480 | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,850 |
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 2016 BMW X3
- NHTSA lists 5 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 82 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (23), engine and engine cooling (18) and engine (13). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V608000 | 2024-08-13 | electrical system:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles | BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi... |
| 21V907000 | 2021-11-19 | fuel system, diesel | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV, and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV diesel vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module... |
| 21V586000 | 2021-07-29 | fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail. |
| 18V755000 | 2018-10-25 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)... |
| 16V333000 | 2016-05-23 | child seat:latch strap | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014 to March 31, 2016, and 2015-2017 x4 xDrive28i, X4 xDrive35i and X4 xDriveM40i... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2016 BMW X3
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2016 BMW X3 for sale by us right now. Buying the 2016 BMW X3 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the X3
There are 5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 82 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, engine and engine cooling and engine; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
Reading the spec sheet
The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo is what moves it, with all-wheel drive. It runs on diesel, sold at most highway stations. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
By the EPA's combined rating of 8.0 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 24 litres. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $12.40 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Inside and out
The higher seat of a compact SUV gives a good view of the road in traffic.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Rent it for a week first
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent the X3 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. A test week in the X3 tells you more than any review.
What it costs to run
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $124 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Narrowing it down
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Make a request
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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 2016 BMW X3 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2016 BMW X3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2016 BMW X3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2016 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 2016 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 2016 BMW X3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2016 BMW X3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2480.00.
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.