The coronavirus pandemic has changed a lot of things—especially how and where we spend our money. Among one of the industries most heavily hit by months of quarantine and economic upheaval is the auto sales industry. According to Car and Driver, new vehicle sales fell a little over 34 percent in the second quarter. Fleet vehicle sales …
As COVID-19 continues to hamper the economy in the U.S., car sales have slowed. Now that second-quarter numbers are in, the folks at GM Authority examined the sales of Cadillac’s XT5 and others in its segment. With a whopping 56 percent decrease in sales of the XT5 from the second quarter of 2019, the popular …
Shopping for a used SUV? Steer clear of the 2015 BMW X3. Find out why, and which SUV you should buy instead here.
In order to keep up with the growing demand brought on by the crossover craze, BMW has a lineup of luxury SUVs on the market. The BMW SUVs have been a success for the luxury brand, and continue to improve and innovate as new model years release. Models like the BMW X3, BMW X5, and …
We always love a good deal, but the desire for affordable and dependable transportation has increased exponentially during the pandemic. If you’re on the market for an SUV with a low price tag, consider opting for a used vehicle. The 2018 Mazda CX-5, 2016 Ford Edge, and 2016 BMW X3 are the best used SUVs …
BMW builds brilliant luxury sedans and SUVs, but at this point, its SUVs are taking center stage. Two of the most popular crossovers in BMW’s current lineup are the 2020 BMW X1 and the 2020 BMW X3. Both are stylish and refined, but how would you pick between the X1 and the X3? The BMW X1 is smaller …
If you’re looking for a fun and practical luxury SUV, then the BMW X3 might be the ideal choice for you. And as you would expect from a BMW, the X3 is gorgeous inside and out. The X3 is one of the most affordable BMW vehicles, but for a real discount, you’ll want to buy it used. As you’re …
When it comes to luxury compact SUVs, you could do worse than either the 2020 Lincoln Corsair or the 2020 BMW X3. Both offer upscale comfort and smooth rides balanced with the latest technology and safety features. The Lincoln Corsair has been fully redesigned for 2020. The latest BMW X3 debuted in 2018 but has …
More luxury SUV options? Yes, please! When it comes to having a comfortable, reliable daily driver for getting to work or driving around with our family, we don’t have to make sacrifices. These manufacturers have put their best foot (tire?) forward to create SUVs that have it all. Having a ‘mom car’ doesn’t have the …
When it comes to shopping for a luxury car, most prospective buyers will likely shop between the three main German rivals: Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. While Audi and Mercedes are great brands and produce excellent products, BMW seemingly stands out in almost everyone’s minds as a “must-have.” But why? BMWs are known to have high …
Now in its third generation, the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 are both top-rated SUVs by U.S. News, with the X3 coming in first and the Q5 coming in second. They’re both great SUVs that are fun to drive and a good size for families. What are the differences, and which one is better? The …
The BMW X3 has been around since the model year 2004 and is now in its third generation. Consumer Reports didn’t love the first two generations though. Between 2004 and 2010, the first-generation BMW X3 had a stiff and bumpy ride. The second-generation reviewed well, but its reliability still struggled – at least until the …
Many enthusiasts still consider BMWs as the ultimate driving machines. And while BMW still lives up to this claim in numerous ways, predicted reliability is not this German carmaker’s strong suit. Take the 2018 BMW X3 for example. This luxury crossover is surprisingly quick and offers a deluxe car cabin. But buying this BMW used …
Though some of its cars aren’t worth the price of entry, BMW definitely knows how to make great engines. Some of the highest-output ones end up in the German automaker’s M vehicles. And not just in passenger cars, like the M5. The company’s SUVs and crossovers also have M variants, with the performance to back …
In many ways, a BMW is a quiet announcement of success in the driveway. From high-performance vehicles to luxury SUVs and crossovers, BMW is an automaker with something that everyone admires. If you’ve been shopping for your next previously owned BMW or still aspire to it, here is a list of BMW’s best for your …
The BMW X3 and the Lexus RX 350 are fighting for the same target market for the luxury four-door SUV. These two vehicles are very evenly matched in many ways. To help decide which is the best buy, we will look at a few specific categories: safety, reliability, cost, and drive experience. Safety While it …
While there were several luxury crossover SUVs in 2013, few could match that year’s BMW X3 safety ratings, spirited performance, and pleasant ride experience. As a luxury compact SUV, the BMW X3 showed a lot of promise with its upscale roomy interior and energetic handling. Many claimed it felt more like driving a sports car …
BMW was one of the first luxury carmakers to embrace the SUV. The BMW X5 was the first, and a long line of performance SUVs followed. All models in the BMW X line are built with a sports car in mind, from the aerodynamics to the near-50/50 weight distribution. BMW now refers to these vehicles as …
