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    2008 BMW X3

    Used from

    $61,830 excl. on-roads

    CarExpert Rating

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year

    Fuel Efficiency

    7 - 10.3 L / 100km

    About the BMW X3

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 2008 BMW X3 is a SUV Medium Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $61,830 for the Base variant and topping out at $76,996 for the Base.

    There is 1 variant of the X3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2008.

    Engine options include 2.5L multi-point injection (160kW/250Nm), 3.0L multi-point injection (200kW/315Nm), 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (160kW/480Nm) and 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (125kW/340Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

    The 2008 X3 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    2008 BMW X3 Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the BMW X3

    Base

    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Antenna
      • Type: Diversity
    • Audio system
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm/lw
    • Bluetooth
      • Type: Bluetooth
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Chrome/bright trim
      • Around Side Windows
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Aux Jack Front
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Pop Out
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Height Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Tilt Adjustment
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Active
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 3
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 39.3
      • Headroom Front: 997
      • Headroom Rear (in): 39.4
      • Headroom Rear: 1002
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.4
      • Hip Room Front: 1433
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 57.2
      • Hip Room Rear: 1452
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.6
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1412
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 55
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1398
    • Load restraint
      • Sliding Anchorage Points
      • Type: Hooks
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Titanium
      • On Dash: Titanium
      • On Doors: Titanium
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Galvanised
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Includes Power Windows
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access: Ski Bag
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Remote Control
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Radio Settings
      • Type: Manual
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
      • Particle Filter
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 144
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor
    See all 2008 BMW X3 Specs

    2008 BMW X3 Dimensions

    1674mm
    1853mm
    4569mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2008 BMW X3 Dimensions

    2008 BMW X3 Fuel Economy

    There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the BMW X3

    The most fuel efficient BMW X3 is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 7L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The BMW X3 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 10.3L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

    Below is a table of all the BMW X3 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    See all BMW X3 Fuel Economy

    2008 BMW X3 Warranty

    What is the warranty on a BMW X3?

    The BMW X3 offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    BMW X3 FAQs

    The cheapest BMW X3 is the Base that starts from $61,830.

    The most expensive BMW X3 is the Base that starts from $76,996.

    The best towing capacity of a BMW X3 is offered by the Base which can tow 1800 kg

    The largest BMW X3 is the Base which measures 1853mm wide, 4569mm in length and sits 1674mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW X3 is the Base which has 200kW of power from its 3.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

    The BMW X3 is built in Austria and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest BMW X3 is the Base which weighs 2355 kg (kerb weight).

    The BMW X3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes diesel or premium unleaded.