Car financing: 2008 BMW X3
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 11.8 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns. 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
- 11.8 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
Rent a 2008 BMW X3 for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: 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.
2008 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 automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $20.65 | $21.70 |
2008 BMW X3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,100 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,130 | $4,340 |
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 2008 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 122 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (62), engine (25) and engine and engine cooling (15). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22V119000 | 2022-03-02 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3... |
| 20V017000 | 2020-01-15 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive,... |
| 17V683000 | 2017-10-30 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. |
| 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... |
| 16V071000 | 2016-02-05 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2008 BMW X3?
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2008 BMW X3 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Buying the 2008 BMW X3 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. NHTSA has 122 owner complaints on file, mostly about air bags, engine and engine and engine cooling. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Specs, explained
The powertrain here is the 3.0L 6-cylinder with all-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 35 litres, from its 11.8 L/100 km rating. Expect about $20.65 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,100 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Space, size and seats
The higher seat of an SUV gives a good view of the road in traffic.
Best uses
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Try before you buy
Rent first, buy later: a week with the X3 answers the big questions. 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.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. The EPA estimates US$4,100 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Which one to look for
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. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
When you know your dates
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
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 2008 BMW X3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2008 BMW X3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 BMW X3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 BMW X3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 BMW X3?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 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 2008 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 2008 BMW X3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,100 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4130.00.
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.