Customer Reviews of the 2006 X3
Introduction
The 2006 X3 is manufactured in GERMANY for BMW. It is BMW's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $36,800 USD in 2006.
X3 Dimensions
In 2006 the X3 has an overall length of 179.70 inches and a width of 73.00 inches. It sits a total of 66.00 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.00 inches. Front headroom is 39.30 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the X3 a turning radius of 38.40 inches. It uses 235/55R17 tires with a wheelbase of 110.10 inches.
Drivetrain
The X3 comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a all-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4067 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V engine in the 2006 X3 has been rated at 16 - 17 miles/gallon city and 23 - 25 miles/gallon highway out of a 17.70 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Alternative Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The X3 retails for $36,800 USD with a invoice price of $33,670 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $695 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. Leading optional equipment includes Second Row Side Airbag, Electronic Parking Aid, Heated Steering Wheel, CD Changer, DVD Player.
Exterior color choices include Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Blue Water Metallic, Flamenco Red Metallic, Highland Green Metallic, Jet Black, Mystic Blue Metallic, Silver Gray Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic with interior choices of Black Leather Interior, Black Sensatec Leatherette Interior, Gray Leather Interior, Sand Beige Leather Interior, Sand Beige Sensatec Leatherette Interior, Terracotta Leather Interior. The X3 seats 5 people with 40.20 inches front leg room.
BMW Warranty
The normal warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 48 month/50,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's critical to contact your dealer to verify all warranties.
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