2005 BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle

X3 2.5i X3 3.0i

The Ultimate Driving Machine
If the X3 looks like fun, believe your eyes.
xDrive: Agility and traction when and where you need it.
Power or more power? You decide.
Give your senses a workout.
Equipment | Standard and optional
17 x 8.0 Double Spoke (Styling 112) alloy wheels and 235/55R-17 all-season tires are standard on the X3 3.0i.
17 x 8.0 Double Spoke (Styling 111) alloy wheels and 235/55R-17 all-season tires are standard on the X3 2.5i.
/ Halogen free-form foglights are cleanly integrated into the front air dam, illuminating the road ahead in bad weather and poor visibility. (std. on X3 3.0i; opt. and incl. in X3 2.5i Premium Package)
Roof rails, blending harmoniously with the X3s design, provide the foundation for BMWs multifunctional roof support system for convenient and safe transportation of surfboards, snowboards, skis, etc.

Standard

Optional

Equipment | Standard

Six-speed manual transmission, standard on both the X3 2.5i and 3.0i,1 delivers a precise, athletic feel thats responsive to your personal driving style. This is due, in part, to the enhanced synchronization of shifts from neutral to each gear. (Shown: opt. heated seats; Sport Package; Aluminum-finish trim,2 Montana Leather upholstery 2)
1 5-speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmission available as a no-cost option in the X3 3.0i. 2 Refer to Combinations chart on Page 47 for details when ordering upholstery and interior trim.
Instrument panel has analog display for speedometer and tachometer with integrated fuel and engine temperature gauges. Also includes an LCD display for mileage, trip odometer, and on-board computer (if so equipped). When parking lights or headlights are on, the gauges are in an easy-toread red.
Power windows include one-touch up/down operation for the front and one-touch down for the rear.

anti-theft

stereo/CD/MP3
audio system produces full, rich sound through eight hi-fi speakers. Includes Radio Data System (RDS), Auto-Store, 3-channel FM diversity antenna system; pre-wired for a BMW six-disc CD player/ changer1 and compatible with auxiliary audio input adaptor1 for audio connection of portable music players.
1 Available as an accessory.

Equipment | Safety

xDrive is BMWs intelligent all-wheel drive system. xDrive continually monitors the cars driving condition by using readings from the Dynamic Stability Control sensors and the gas pedal. This data is then used to vary power distribution between the front and rear axles, ensuring agile, neutral and forgiving handling at all times.
Optional Xenon Adaptive Headlights automatically swivel to follow the curves of the road. The system uses data from on-board sensors and the steering wheel angle to determine the cars direction, then adjusts the headlights accordingly, for excellent nighttime vision.
SOS Button, a feature of BMW Assist allows you to easily summon emergency aid BMW Roadside Assistance or medical/police. In the event an airbag inflates, emergency personnel verbally contact you via the hands-free microphone. If they receive no response, emergency aid is immediately dispatched to your location. (incl. with opt. Premium Package)
In the event of a collision, only the airbags that are needed are deployed. For the driver and front passenger, this includes smart front airbags, door-mounted side-impact airbags, and HPS (Head Protection System). For rear-seat passengers this includes HPS and optional rear side-impact airbags.
In the event of a severe frontal impact, automatic safety belt tensioners automatically tighten the lap and shoulder belts around front-seat occupants. Always wear your safety belt and always place children in the rear seat.
BMWs door anchoring system includes reinforcing bars with hook-like members within each door. In a serious side impact, the bars hook the door to the body, locking them together to make a more rigid passenger cell. When the pressure is released, the anchoring system is designed to disengage so that the doors can be opened (unless further damage from the impact prevents them from opening).
Hill Descent Control (HDC) helps the X3 drive down steep hills without having to ride the brake. By pressing the HDC button, the system keeps the X3s speed under control automatically.

Dynamic Stability Control provides remarkable tenacity on slippery road surfaces. If the system senses over- or understeer, it modulates engine power and can apply brakes individually to help keep the vehicle under control and going in the intended direction.
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) senses panic braking maneuvers, and immediately builds up maximum brake pressure. This significantly cuts down the overall braking distance. When DBC is activated, the system also deploys Adaptive Brake Lights, warning following drivers to brake quickly.
Standard equipment | Optional equipment
Performance and efficiency
2.5-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 6-cylinder engine 3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 6-cylinder engine Electronic throttle control Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing Dual resonance intake system 6-speed manual transmission 5-speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmission with Adaptive Transmission Control

X3 2.5i

X3 3.0i

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Handling, ride and braking
xDrive all-wheel-drive system Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Hill Descent Control (HDC) Engine-speed-sensitive power steering Servotronic vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering Unitary body structure with independent suspension Gas pressure shock absorbers Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars 4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes with Dynamic Brake Control Sport suspension calibration2 a a a a

Exterior

17 x 8.0 Double Spoke (Styling 111) alloy wheels, 235/55R-17 all-season tires 18 x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 143) alloy wheels, 235/50R-18 all-season tires 17 x 8.0 Double Spoke (Styling 112) alloy wheels, 235/55R-17 all-season tires 18 x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 113) alloy wheels, 235/50R-18 all-season tires Y Spoke (Styling 114) alloy wheels, 18 x 8.0 front, 18 x 9.0 rear; 235/50R-18 front, 255/45R-18 rear performance tires3 Space-saver spare wheel and tire Xenon Adaptive Headlights with auto-leveling Halogen free-form foglights Headlight washer system Power folding mirrors Door handles in matching body color Shadowline exterior trim Privacy glass Roof rails Metallic paint a

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Instrumentation and controls
Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout Check Control vehicle monitor system with pictogram display Flat tire warning system 4-function on-board computer On-board navigation system with 16:9 display and folding monitor a a a

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a = Standard.
a = Optional. = Included in optional Premium Package.
1 No-cost option. 2 Note: Sport suspension consists of stiffer springs and anti-roll bars. While these features
= Included in optional Sport Package.
= Included in optional Cold Weather Package.
improve the sporty handling of the X3, they can also create a firmer ride, which may not be acceptable for all customers. 3 Sport Package required. Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires not recommended for driving in ice and snow conditions. Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire. 4 Requires Premium Package or optional foglights. 5 Requires on-board computer or Premium Package.

Interior seating

8-way adjustable front seats (includes 2-way manual headrests) 8-way power adjustable front seats with 2-way manual headrests, and driver seat and mirror memory 8-way adjustable front sport seats with 2-way manual thigh support6 8-way power adjustable front sport seats with 2-way manual thigh support6 4-way lumbar support for front seats Sensatec Leatherette upholstery Montana Leather upholstery Heated front seats Leather-wrapped steering wheel 4-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with fingertip cruise control 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel Heated steering wheel 8 Front center console armrest Storage nets on front seatbacks, in front passenger footwell and luggage compartment; two aluminum fastening cargo rails and slip-proof reversible flooring in rear cargo compartment Split 60/40 fold-down rear seats Ski bag 9

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Comfort and convenience
Vehicle & Key Memory Remote entry, including 2-step unlocking and remote tailgate release Automatic climate control with micro-filter and air recirculation Panorama moonroof with fully automatic, two-piece glass panels, power slide and lift control, trap release, wind deflector and power interior sunshade Tilt/telescopic steering wheel column Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear Rain-sensing windshield wipers with Automatic headlight control Automatic-dimming inside rear-view mirror Power front windows with one-touch up/down operation; power rear windows with one-touch down Front/rear map-reading, footwell and visor-mirror lights Locking glovebox with rechargeable take-out flashlight Dual cupholders Retractable cargo net Pre-wiring for cellular phone, garage-door opener, 6-disc CD changer and auxiliary input a a
a = Standard. a = Optional. = Included in optional Premium Package.
6 Requires optional Montana Leather upholstery. 7 Requires Sport Package and either Premium Package or

optional power seats.

8 X3 2.5i requires multi-function steering wheel with cruise control. 9 Upon BMW X3 SAV delivery, the ski bag is detached and stored
beneath the load floor in the rear cargo area.

Audio system

Anti-theft AM/FM stereo/CD/MP3 audio system with 8 speakers, Radio Data System (RDS), Auto-Store, and 3-channel FM diversity antenna system; pre-wired for 6-disc CD changer10 and compatible with auxiliary audio input adapter10 for audio connection of portable music players Premium sound with DSP (Digital Sound Processor) AM/FM stereo/CD/MP3 audio system with 8 upgraded speakers, upgraded amplification, and vehicle-speed-sensitive equalization; prewired for 6-disc CD changer10 and compatible with auxiliary audio input adapter10 for audio connection of portable music players

Safety and security

Anti-lock braking system (ABS) Head Protection System (HPS), front and rear Drivers and passengers front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with smart dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment and sensor to help prevent unnecessary passengers airbag deployment Adaptive Brake Lights Front-door-mounted side-impact airbags Rear-door-mounted side-impact airbags Intelligent Safety and Information System (ISIS) for deployment of safety systems Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger safety belts (for installation of child restraint seats) Isofix attachments for child-restraint safety seat installation Battery Safety Terminal Central locking system with center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature and 2-step unlocking Coded Driveaway Protection Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners and force limiters Crash sensor that automatically turns on hazard lights and interior lights, and unlocks doors Daytime running lights (via Vehicle Memory system programmed at BMW SAV center) Prewiring for alarm system BMW Assist with BLUETOOTH integrated wireless communication system a a a a a

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BMW Maintenance Program
BMW Full Maintenance12 a a

Premium Packages

8-way power adjustable front seats with 2-way manual headrests and driver seat and mirror memory 4-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with fingertip cruise control Automatic climate control with micro-filter and air recirculation Rain-sensing windshield wipers with Automatic headlight control Storage nets on front seatbacks, in front passenger footwell and luggage compartment; two aluminum fastening rails and slip-proof reversible flooring in cargo compartment) Front/rear map-reading, footwell and visor-mirror lights 4-function on-board computer Halogen free-form foglights Panorama moonroof with fully automatic, two-piece glass panels, power slide and lift control, trap release, wind deflector and power interior sunshade Automatic-dimming inside rear-view mirror BMW Assist with Bluetooth integrated wireless communication system Montana Leather upholstery 4-way lumbar support for front seats

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10 Available as an accessory. 11 Requires optional 4-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with cruise control. 12 Full Maintenance Program covers all factory-recommended maintenance, as determined by the Service Interval
Indicator for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Full Maintenance Program includes items that need replacement due to normal wear and tear, provided wear and tear exceeds BMW specifications. This includes items such as brake pads, brake rotors and wiper blades that are not covered by the original New SAV Limited Warranty. Any adjustments required due to normal operating conditions are also included. For exclusions and limitations, refer to the Service and Warranty Information booklet that came with your new BMW. Further information regarding the X3 SAV can be obtained from your authorized BMW SAV center or bmwusa.com.

Sport Packages

18 x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 143) alloy wheels, 235/50R-18 all-season tires x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 113) alloy wheels, 235/50R-18 all-season tires 15 Y Spoke (Styling 114) alloy wheels, 18 x 8.0 front, 18 x 9.0 rear; 235/50R-18 front, 255/45R-18 rear performance tires16 8-way adjustable front sport seats with 2-way manual thigh support 8-way power adjustable front sport seats with 2-way manual thigh support 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel Sport suspension calibration 18 Shadowline exterior trim

X3 2.5i13

X3 3.0i14

Cold Weather Packages

Ski bag 19 Heated front seats Headlight washer system

Accessories

CD changer (6-disc) BMW cellular telephone Alarm system BMW Universal Transceiver (integrated remote garage-door opener) in rear-view mirror Floor mats Auxiliary audio input adapter for audio connection of portable music players Bicycle rack that attaches to cargo rails Trailer hitch with 3500 lb. towing capacity20 Aerodynamic components iPod Seamless Integration System 21 SIRIUS Satellite Radio 21
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a = Standard. a = Optional.
13 X3 2.5i Sport Package requires optional Montana Leather
17 Requires optional Sport Package, Leather upholstery, and

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Sport Package.

Cold Weather Package.

i BMW center-installed accessory.
upholstery and either Premium Package or optional cruise control. 14 X3 3.0i Sport Package requires optional Montana Leather upholstery or Premium Package. 15 Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire. 16 Sport Package required. Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires not recommended for driving in ice and snow conditions. Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire.
either optional power seats or Premium Package.
18 Note: Sport suspension consists of stiffer springs and anti-roll
bars. While these features improve the sporty handling of the X3, they can also create a firmer ride, which may not be acceptable for all customers. 19 Upon BMW X3 SAV delivery, the ski bag is detached and stored beneath the load floor in the rear cargo area. 20 Please view X3 Owners Manual for towing guidelines. 21 For additional information, please visit your authorized BMW SAV center.
Specification | Technical features

Weight

Unladen Weight distribution, front/rear Manual transmission Automatic transmission % % lbs

4001 (4045)

4023 (4067)

50.4/49.6 50.4/49.6

49.9/50.1 50.4/49.6

Engine

Liter/type Bore/stroke Nominal output/rpm Max torque/rpm Compression ratio Fuel grade inch hp lb-ft :1 2.5/inline 6 3.31/2.95 184/6000 175/3500 10.5 Unleaded premium 3.0/inline 6 3.31/3.53 225/5900 214/3500 10.2 Unleaded premium

Transmission

Manual gear ratios I/II/III IV/V/VI/R Final drive ratio Automatic gear ratios I/II/III IV/V/R Final drive ratio :1 :1 :1 3.42/2.22/1.60 1.00/0.75/3.03 3.91 3.42/2.22/1.60 1.00/0.75/3.03 3.64 :1 :1 :1 4.35/2.50/1.66 1.23/1.00/0.85/3.93 3.91 4.35/2.50/1.66 1.23/1.00/0.85/3.93 3.64

Performance

Drag coefficient Top speed Acceleration 0 -60 mph 3 Cd mph sec 0.8.6 (9.3) 0.1/137 1, 2 7.6 (7.9)

Fuel consumption 4

6-speed manual transmission City/Highway 5-speed automatic transmission City/Highway mpg 17/23 16/23 mpg 17/24 17/25

General

Maximum payload Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Roof load limit Tongue weight/Trailer-towing capacity Breakover angle @ curb weight Angle of approach @ curb weight Angle of departure @ curb weight Ground clearance Fording ability EPA cargo volume with rear seats folded down lbs lbs lbs lbs inch inch cu ft 992 (1003) 4993 (5049) 165 350/3500 (Class 2) 21.9 8.0 19.1025 (1036) 5049 (5104) 165 350/3500 (Class 2) 21.9 8.0 19.7 71

Figures in ( ) apply to vehicles with automatic transmission.
1 Top speed limited electronically. 2 With option 2LA (Y Spoke [Styling 114] alloy wheels and performance tires; requires Sport Package). 3 BMW AG test results. Actual acceleration results may vary, depending on specification of vehicle; road and environmental
conditions: testing procedures and driving style. These results should be used for comparison only and verification should not be attempted on public roads. BMW urges you to obey all posted speed laws and always wear safety belts. 4 EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on speed, driving habits, trip length and driving conditions; actual mileage will most likely be lower.

Wheels

Tire dimensions Wheel dimensions Material Tire dimensions Wheel dimensions Material (Sport Package) (Sport Package) (standard) (standard)
235/55R-17 all-season 17x 8.0 Cast alloy 235/50R-18 all-season x 8.0 Cast alloy

Brakes

Front Type/Diameter Rear Type/Diameter inch inch Ventilated disc/12.8 Ventilated disc/12.6 Ventilated disc/12.8 Ventilated disc/12.6

66.0 6

110.1 179.7

60.7 73.07

All dimensions shown in inches. Figures in ( ) apply to Panorama glass moonroof.
5 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts
are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages. 6 Includes antenna. 7 Measurement does not include vehicle side-view mirrors. All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. BMW reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. BMW may, subject to legal requirements, determine the Model Year designation of its vehicles. The Model Year designation on any particular model may be longer or shorter than 12 months. Some vehicles pictured may contain non-U.S. equipment. Some models may be shown with optional equipment. While BMW NA makes all reasonable efforts to provide accurate information in this brochure, there is no guarantee or warranty of accuracy. Furthermore, we do not assume any liability for the accuracy or completeness of information presented. This brochure shall not be used or relied upon as a substitute for information that

is available from your BMW SAV center. Further information can be obtained from your authorized BMW SAV center or bmwusa.com. U.S. Importer: BMW of North America, LLC, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677. All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. BMW reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. BMW may, subject to legal requirements, determine the Model Year designation of its vehicles. The Model Year designation on any particular model may be longer or shorter than 12 months. Some vehicles pictured may contain non-U.S. equipment. Some models may be shown with optional equipment. Further information can be obtained from your authorized BMW SAV center or bmwusa.com. 2005 BMW of North America, LLC. Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without written permission of BMW of North America, LLC. The BMW name and logo are registered trademarks.