2008 BMW X3

2008 BMW X3 : An overview

Find a complete overview of the 2008 BMW X3, including key features and specifications, trims, inventory, alternatives, and other useful information. Read more

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Fuel Economy:8.3 - 12.8 City/HWY combined

Horsepower:215 - 260 hp

Drivetrain:All-Wheel Drive

Engine:Gasoline

Torque:185 - 225 ft-lb

Seats:5

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The 2008 BMW X3 has 2 trims. Below you will be able to review and compare them.

2 trims available

1 of 2
3.0i
$45,200
Gasoline
10.8L fuel / 100 km
All Wheel Drive
215 horsepower
2 of 2
3.0si
$51,000
Gasoline
10.8L - 11.3L fuel / 100 km
All Wheel Drive
260 horsepower

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2008 BMW X3X3
$ 4,350
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2008 BMW X33.0 si M sport
$ 5,500
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2008 BMW X3
$ 7,000
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2008 BMW X33.0Si
$ 10,995
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NEW FOR 2008:

- Active head reststraints and rollover systems standard on all models

- 18-inch alloy wheels standard on X3 3.0si

Having undergone considerable enhancements in 2007, the BMW X3 is unchanged for 2008 save for safety enhancements.

Available as the 3.0i and 3.0si, the X3 uses a 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder engine that makes 215 hp in the 3.0i, and 260 hp in the 3.0si. Both engines mate to a six-speed manual transmission that can be optioned to a six-speed automatic. Both models are all-wheel drive.

Features on the 3.0i include 17-inch alloy wheels, manual air conditioning, front and rear stabilizer bars, speed-sensitive power steering, automatic headlamps, trailer stability control, fog lamps, heated mirrors, rain-sensing wipers with heated washer jets, tire pressure warning system, roof rails, rear washer/wiper, rear roof spoiler, three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, cruise control, keyless entry, heated "leatherette" seats with six-way manual adjustment, locking glove-box with rechargeable flashlight, cargo cover, split folding rear seats, tilt and telescopic wheel, and CD/MP3 stereo.

The 3.0si adds 18-inch alloy wheels, automatic climate control, Xenon headlamps, chrome window frame trim, privacy glass, eight-way power seats with memory, front seatback storage nets, illuminated vanity mirrors, cargo compartment parcel rails, front and rear reading lights, footwell lighting, and reversible cargo compartment liner.

While it's an expensive player in the midsize SUV segment, the X3 offers comfortable seating, a nicely-sized envelope, and an engine that work well for the vehicle's size, especially with the more powerful 3.0si. Both use xDrive all-wheel drive, a torque management system that switches seamlessly from rear- to all-wheel drive when necessary, and powers up or brakes a specific wheel before any start to lose their grip. Add in the BMW cachet and this is a good choice at the company's entry level for SUVs.

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Recall Information

Safety recalls issued by the manufacturer and Transport Canada for this vehicle model.

Recall #

Date

System Affected

Model Years

Manufacturer Recall #: 11 80 22RC

Units Affected: 98111

Type: Safety Mfr

Details:

Issue: 
On certain vehicles equipped with an N52 or N52K 6-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem could cause the PCV valve heater (blow-by heater) to short circuit and overheat. 
Note: This replaces Transport Canada recalls 2017-470 and 2019-170. Only vehicles equipped with an N52 or N52K engine require this repair. 

Safety Risk: 
An overheated engine PCV valve heater could create the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off. 

Corrective Actions: 
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install a wire harness repair kit. BMW recommends that you should park your vehicle outdoors until the recall repairs have been completed.

Manufacturer Recall #: 32 80 20RC / 32 81 20RC

Units Affected: 47

Type: Safety Mfr

Details:

Issue: 
This recall is for certain vehicles that had an airbag inflator replaced as a part of an earlier recall campaign. This recall provides a final repair. 
 
Long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, may eventually degrade the propellant contained in the driver-front airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. If the airbag inflator ruptures, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants or cause damage to the airbag assembly, preventing its proper function. 

Safety Risk: 
If the vehicle is involved in a crash requiring an airbag deployment, the airbag inflator could rupture and create a risk of injury. 

Corrective Actions: 
Owners will be notified by mail and instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to inspect the driver-front airbag inflator. The driver-front airbag module or inflator will be replaced as necessary. Note: The Canadian climate results in the propellant degrading slowly. This recall is being conducted as a precaution to address future risk. It is expected that all airbag inflators will be replaced before their function would be affected.

Manufacturer Recall #: N/A

Units Affected: 79616

Type: Safety TC

Details:

On certain vehicles equipped with the N52 6-cylinder engine, an electrical short could occur in the PCV valve heater due to manufacturing irregularities. If this occurs, the surrounding plastics could overheat, melt and potentially cause a fire, which could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the PCV valve heater.

Manufacturer Recall #: N/A

Units Affected: 12894

Type: Safety Mfr

Details:

On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue over time.  As a result, the passenger airbag could deactivate, illuminating the airbag warning lamp and the passenger airbag ON/OFF lamp.  Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant.  Correction:  Dealers will replace the occupant detection mat.

Manufacturer Recall #: 72 80 16RC

Units Affected: 104151

Type: Recalls Audit

Details:

On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the airbag to fully deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correction: Dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator or air bag module, depending on the vehicle model.

* Data provided by Transport Canada