Auto loans: 2004 BMW X3
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). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.1 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2004 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2004 BMW X3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 307 g/km | 307 g/km | 325 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.93 | $22.93 | $24.15 | $24.15 |
2004 BMW X3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 3.0 L | 2.5 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 22 | 20 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,550 | US$4,550 | US$4,850 | US$4,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,586 | $4,586 | $4,830 | $4,830 |
| Dimension | X3 4dr Suv Awd /2.5i | X3 4dr Suv Awd /3.0i | X3 4dr Suv Awd 28i/30i | X3 4dr Suv Awd 3.0i/3.0si |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.57 m (180 in) | 4.57 m (180 in) | 4.57 m (180 in) | 4.57 m (180 in) |
| Width | 1.85 m (73 in) | 1.85 m (73 in) | 1.85 m (73 in) | 1.85 m (73 in) |
| Height | 1.67 m (66 in) | 1.67 m (66 in) | 1.67 m (66 in) | 1.67 m (66 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.79 m (110 in) | 2.79 m (110 in) | 2.79 m (110 in) | 2.79 m (110 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,815 kg (4,001 lb) | 1,845 kg (4,068 lb) | 1,820 kg (4,012 lb) | 1,845 kg (4,068 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. 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 2004 BMW X3
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 138 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (33), seats (33) and electrical system (20). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
Buying the 2004 BMW X3
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2004 BMW X3; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page puts the 2004 BMW X3 in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
What to check on the X3
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
The numbers in plain words
Its 2.5L 6-cylinder drives through a 6-speed manual. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.
Expect about 39 litres for every 300 km, going by its 13.1 L/100 km combined rating. That works out to about $22.93 per 100 km at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles.
Practical details
As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier. Length: 4.57 m. It fits most condo and driveway spots.
Good uses for the X3
Its all-wheel drive suits winter roads and trips to ski country. Families, skiers and anyone with bulky luggage.
Try before you buy
Rent the X3 for a week and see how it fits your life. Rent the X3 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $22.93 in fuel.
Narrowing it down
Within the 2004 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Ready when you are
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
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 2004 BMW X3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2004 BMW X3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2004 BMW X3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2004 BMW X3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2004 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 2004 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 2004 BMW X3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2004 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.