2008 BMW X3 4 DOOR CAB

BMW's X3 compact luxury SUV handles like a sports sedan. This '08 model offers a high seating position, all-wheel-drive traction, exemplary performance, solid build quality and the distinctive good looks shoppers in this category are looking for. Indeed, the X3 SUV is a great alternative for sport sedan shoppers who require just a bit more utility in their compact luxury vehicle. The X3's 260-hp, 3.0-liter inline six sends power through a Six-speed automatic. Reviewers prefered the Steptronic automatic, which offers a manual shifting mode for all-around ease of operation. BMW gives a 0-60 time of 7.9 with the automatic. Consumer Guide managed an average of 17. to 24 mpg with the Steptronic. The xDrive all-wheel-drive system with Dynamic Stability Control receives rave reviews, with testers calling it one of the best all-weather traction systems available. xDrive is so flexible that it can deliver 100% of the available torque to one wheel. Not only does it provide traction in adverse weather conditions, but it will also step in when the driver has been 'overenthusiastic' in the twisties. Brakes are BMW class: firm, solid, and sure, making for linear, smooth stops. The X3 is appropriately equipped for rugged everyday use. The interior is comfortable, roomy, and well designed. Standard safety features abound: xDrive, Dynamic Stability Control, ABS, electronic brakeforce distribution, Brake Assist, and the full lineup of airbags. For those seeking SUV features with sport-sedan handling, we recommend that you put this BMW X3 at the top of your short list of choices.