Car financing: 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.
Thinking of buying the 2004 BMW X3?
No 2004 BMW X3 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 2004 BMW X3, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Before you sign for the X3
Owners filed 138 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, seats and electrical system; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
Reading the spec sheet
The 2.5L 6-cylinder does the work, through 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. 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.
Good uses for the X3
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. Families, skiers and anyone with bulky luggage.
Practical details
An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length. Length: 4.57 m. It fits most condo and driveway spots.
A longer test drive
Rent the X3 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Rent the X3 for a week and see how it fits your life. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Narrowing it down
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
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.
Get an offer
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.