Used 2021 BMW X3 for sale 

"Regardless of the exact power output, all BMW engines exude a similar strong and refined character."- Caranddriver.com

The 2021 BMW X3 came out in two trims, namely X3 sDrive30i with RWD drivetrain for a base MSRP of $43,000 and the X3 xDrive30i with AWD for a base MSRP of $45,000. Apart from these two trims, the 2021 BMW X3 also comes with the 2021 BMW X3 M and the 2021 BMW X3 M40i, both of which come with a more powerful 3L twin-turbo inline-6 motor, producing significantly better horsepower and torque. Coming at a base selling price of $69,900 and $56,600, they are also more expensive than the regular 2021 BMW X3.  A plug-in hybrid variant, the 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30e, is also on offer for an MSRP of $49,600 and offers superior gas mileage.

The 2021 BMW X3 offers all the features of the outgoing 2020 X3 like the 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Live Virtual Cockpit, 3-zone automatic climate control system, and heated and powered seats. For the 2021 iteration, BMW has also added more features like Android Auto, Sirius XM radio and a host of driver assistance features like lane-departure warning and blind-spot monitoring.

The 2021 BMW X3 also comes with many optional packages like Convenience Package for $1600, which offers a panoramic moonroof and comfort access keyless entry. The Premium Package offered for a selling price of $4500 offers additional features like a Live Cockpit Pro, a head-up display, and gesture control. However, the most expensive package, the Executive Package, which is priced at $7000, offers 8 additional features to the Premium package.

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We recommend opting for the 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i since it comes equipped with a full-time AWD system that works pretty well in the snow. A base selling price of $45,000, which is just $2000 more expensive than the sDrive30i, also makes it quite a value for money proposition. For your comfort and convenience, we also suggest equipping the Premium Package, which is priced at an MSRP of $4500, bringing many sophisticated features like a Live Cockpit Professional-integrated dashboard, a heads-up display, a panoramic moonroof, Connected Package Pro, comfort access keyless entry, heated steering wheel, and lumbar support.

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"Models in the 30i division certainly don't struggle on the highway and you're unlikely to have issues when passing slower vehicles." -CarBuzz.com

The 2021 BMW X3 retains the same turbocharged inline-4 unit that has worked wonders for it in the previous model years. The 2.0L Twinpower turbocharged inline-4 motor on offer with the 2021 BMW X3 provides a respectable 248 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. This motor is a tried and tested unit that also serves many other Bimmers like the 2021 BMW X4. However, the 2021 BMW X3 M40i and 2021 BMW X3 M models come with a 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-6 motor producing 355 hp and 473 hp, respectively.

The sDrive30i trim of the 2021 BMW X3, which comes at a base MSRP of $43,000, is offered with an RWD drivetrain layout. However, the xDrive30i variant gets the full-time AWD system. Nevertheless, both the variants are mated to the same 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission, offering selectable driving modes and sequential shift control with steering-mounted paddle shifters.

Due to the presence of an impressive inline-4 turbocharged motor mated to a snappy 8-speed automatic transmission, the 2021 BMW X3 offered one of the fastest 0-60 MPH and a quarter-mile time of 6 seconds and 15.1 seconds, respectively. Both the 2021 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 and the 2021 Volvo XC60 offered a slower 0-60 MPH time of 6.1 seconds and 6.4 seconds. However, the 2021 Audi Q5 turned out to be slightly faster to reach 0-60 MPH, taking 5.9 seconds.

The 2021 BMW X3 also has the DNA of a BMW and hence this compact crossover SUV feels quite impressive around the corners too. The handling is sure-footed and the body roll is minimal. Adaptive suspension on offer also makes the 2021 X3 feel planted during high-speed drives. Even though the suspension is tuned to the firmer side, dial the car to the comfort mode to have a supple traveling experience. To top it off, the braking performance was top-notch and the steering offered an impressive feel and feedback too.

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"The German-bred SUV is a fuel-conscious gem and boasts leading fuel economy figures for the segment."- Carbuzz.com

Due to the presence of a 2L Twinpower turbocharged inline-4 motor under the hood of the 2021 BMW X3, this compact crossover SUV managed to return 24 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway, offering a combined gas mileage of 26 MPG. The 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i, which is retailed for an MSRP of $45,000, gave out a slightly lower combined gas mileage of 25 MPG, which is 1 MPG less than the RWD version.

With a decently large 17.2-gallon fuel tank on offer, the 2021 BMW X3 managed to give out a range of 413 miles in the city and 499 miles on the highway. This equates to a combined range of 447 miles, which is quite impressive for the compact luxury crossover SUV segment. If you dial the car to the ECO mode, you could even extract more miles per gallon as it dials down the throttle response and transmission shift speed.

The 2021 BMW X3 turned out to be one of the best of the segment in terms of gas mileage on offer. The 2021 Volvo XC60 also offered a similar 26 MPG of combined gas mileage. However, both the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and the 2021 Audi Q5 offered a lower combined range of 24 MPG.

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"A tall roof means large windows all around, so there's a good view outside no matter where you look."- Edmunds.com

The 2021 BMW X3 remains unchanged in the interior design front and retains the same two-color combination for the Sensatec upholstery, which are Canberra Beige and Black. However, you could also choose between four Vernasca Leather upholstery too, which comes in Canberra Beige, Black, Oyster, and Cognac color combinations. The Vernasca Leather upholstery is offered at an additional selling price of $1,450. The 2021 BMW X3 also comes with all the other interior and infotainment features like a 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, heated and powered seats, a 3-zone climate control system, a head-up display, and a panoramic sunroof too.

Coming in at a base MSRP of $43,000 for the sDrive30i trim and going all the way to $45,000 for the xDrive30i trim, the 2021 BMW X3 turned out to be on par with the rivals when it comes to the interior space. The 2021 BMW X3 offered one of the best headroom for the front and rear passengers. However, the legroom turned out to be better for the 2021 Audi Q5 and the 2021 Volvo XC60. The cargo capacity of 28.7 cubic feet is also one of the best of the segment, which comes just after the 29.7 cubic feet of space offered by the 2021 Audi Q5.

BMW's Live Cockpit Professional includes a fully digital 12.3-inch instrument cluster behind your steering wheel and a high-resolution 10.3-inch touchscreen for infotainment. The digital instrument cluster showcases all vehicle-related data and navigation and infotainment information very smoothly. BMW’s intuitive iDrive 6.0 system powers the infotainment. The 2021 BMW X3 comes with all the required infotainment features like Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM radio, navigation, voice control, and many more as standard.

The 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system was quite fluid in operation and offered excellent touch sensitivity and a fuss-free user experience. The audio is handled by a 12-speaker audio system with a 205w regular amplifier. Some of the infotainment and interior features on offer with the 2021 BMW X3 has been mentioned below:

• HiFi Sound System with 12-speakers and a 205-watt digital amplifier
• Pre-wiring for SiriusXM Satellite Radio Tuner
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compatibility
• A premium 16 speaker Harman Kardon sound system 
• Gesture controls
• Head-up Display
• Leather upholstery
• Panoramic sunroof
• A 3-zone automatic climate control system
• A 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system

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"Even though it's an SUV, the 2021 BMW X3 will surprise with its fun-to-drive nature, a hallmark of the brand's sports sedans through the years."- Caranddriver.com

The 2021 BMW X3, which comes at a base selling price of $43,000, remains unchanged in the exterior design and hence retains the same LED automatic headlights coupled with LED DRLs and the imposing front fascia with the dual kidney grills neatly integrated. Other exterior features of the 2021 BMW X3 include 18-inch Y-Spoke alloy wheels wrapped in 225 section run-flat tires, lip spoiler, speed-sensitive automatic wipers, powered liftgate, cornering lights, and LED taillights.

The 2021 BMW X3 also comes with two non-metallic colors and six metallic color palettes, which costs an additional $550. If you opt for the Executive Package, which comes for an MSRP of $7,100, the 2021 BMW X3 will come equipped with more exterior features like automatic high beam assist, panoramic sunroof, comfort access keyless entry system, and a few more.

The 2021 BMW X3 is one of the longest and highest SUVs in its segment, thanks to its intimidating height and length. Its exceptional ground clearance of 8 inches lends it a stellar off-road character too. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 disappoints with its meager ground clearance of 5.9 inches, which can make life harder for the SUV when the roads end. Nevertheless, the 2021 GLC 300 turned out to be the lightest compact luxury SUV of the segment, coming in just 3,889 lbs, which is more than 100 lbs lighter than the 2021 BMW X3. Some of the exterior features on offer with the 2021 BMW X3 has been mentioned below:

• Automatic LED headlights with LED DRLs
• Heated and powered side mirrors
• Rain sensing wipers
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Powered liftgate
• LED taillights

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The 2021 BMW X3 carries forward all the standard safety and driver-assistance features of the 2020 BMW X3. As a result, NHTSA rated the 2021 BMW X3 a stellar safety rating of 5 stars for its crash safety. Even IIHS heartily gave a good rating in most of the subsections of the 2021 BMW X3. However, it wasn't picked as the top safety pick by the coveted crash testing organization.

Apart from all the driver-assistance features offered with the 2020 BMW X3, the 2021 BMW X3 also gets the Active Driving Assistant package, which includes both the lane-departure warning and blind-spot monitoring as standard. Other safety and driver-assistance features included with the 2021 BMW X3 are frontal collision warning, rear-view camera, front and rear park distance control system, programmable LED daytime running lights, automated emergency braking, etc.

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2021 BMW X3 vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

The 2021 Mercedez-Benz GLC 300, which comes at a base MSRP of $43,200, offers a decent list of equipment and features as standard, similar to the 2021 BMW X3. The safety and infotainment features are also quite well-packed. Coming in with a 2L turbocharged inline-4 motor, producing a better 255 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, with an even lower curb weight in comparison to the 2021 X3 are added advantages as well. However, the 2021 BMW X3 came out as a better offering in terms of driving experience, ride quality, and acceleration on offer. The gas mileage offered by the 2021 BMW X3 was also slightly superior.

2021 BMW X3 vs 2021 Audi Q5

The 2021 Audi Q5 is one of the best offerings in the compact luxury SUV segment due to its decently powerful motor, spacious and well laid out cabin, and a generous list of interior features on offer as standard. However, the gas mileage of 24 MPG is lower than the 2021 BMW X3. The 2021 Audi Q5, which comes at a base MSRP of $43,400, is also not as engaging to drive as the 2021 BMW X3. Nevertheless, the 2021 Audi Q5 offered the best in class cargo capacity and a slightly superior acceleration figure.

2021 BMW X3 vs 2021 Volvo XC60

Though the 2021 Volvo XC60 ticks all the boxes for a comfortable and opulent daily driver due to the spacious cabin, feature-rich infotainment system, and best-in-class fuel efficiency of 26 MPG, it doesn't come out as the most enticing offering in terms of performance and driving dynamics. Sure, there isn't anything too major to complain about, however, in comparison to the Germans, the 2021 XC60, which is priced at a base MSRP of $44,000, feels a bit unexciting. The interior quality is not the best of the lot as well.

The 2021 BMW X3 turned out to be one of the best compact luxury crossover SUVs of the segment due to the impressive performance from the 2L turbocharged inline-4 motor coupled with excellent gas mileage. The best-in-class driving experience on offer along with supple ride quality are also added advantages. To top it off, the 2021 BMW X3, which is priced at a starting MSRP of $43,000, also offers all the bells and whistles in terms of interior, infotainment, and safety features. Hence, if you are searching for a compact luxury crossover SUV, the 2021 BMW X3 should be on top of your list.

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