Advice on 2011 X3 - XBimmers

silverbmw325i · 11-02-2012, 11:09 AM

Hi all - I've never owned a SAV and have test driven the first generation (2008) and 2012. After driving both I definitely want the 2nd generation since I plan on keeping the car long term. Given my budget I probably will have to rule out the new 2013. Any thoughts on 2011 vs 2012 in terms or reliability or new technology improvements? I know that the 2012 model has the eco/stop/start technology and will have more warranty but is it worth it to pay the extra money for the new model? Thanks for your help.

April1 · 11-02-2012, 11:16 AM

2011 X3 production after April is a good buy provided it has all options you need.

pokerface · 11-02-2012, 12:00 PM

2013 is the model year they introduced the start/stop technology and the 4 cylinder engine.

2012 is largely the same as the 2011 model year.. in fact MY2012 was a very short run.

Teemo Panda · 11-02-2012, 12:55 PM

The 2013 28i with the n20 would be the best choice right now

has a lot more stuff standard than the 2012.

pmacd55 · 11-02-2012, 01:01 PM

I have the 2013 28i with the new 4 banger and could not be happier with it. Great MPG and shifting to sport mode reminds you that your in a BMW

Want the thrill · 11-02-2012, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Teemo Panda

The 2013 28i with the n20 would be the best choice right now

has a lot more stuff standard than the 2012.

Unless he wants to go for more power with the 35i that has more standard features in the model year 2011.

Midwest X6 · 11-02-2012, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pmacd55

I have the 2013 28i with the new 4 banger and could not be happier with it. Great MPG and shifting to sport mode reminds you that your in a BMW

I agree

greg2step · 11-02-2012, 09:56 PM

I have a 2011 that was built first week of sept - 35i - i love it. If you go 28i, sure the N20 is a better option but you don't see people moaning about the inline 6 it replaced in the 11/12 28i. I testdrove a few - you can't go wrong, if you can get a good CPO 2011 go for it. Someone noted issue about the pre-april builds - it may be wise to figure out the build date if you can.

If you can afford a new one, the process of ordering waiting seeing video of it built is all really a cool experience.

Markap · 11-02-2012, 10:17 PM

I have a 2011 28i with around 26k trouble free miles. It's quick enough for local traffic and country back roads. Sport setting adds a lot to the feel

ZIZON · 11-03-2012, 11:36 PM

Hi all,
Please anyone give me an advise on which engine should i go with, the old inline 6 engine 258hp or the new 4 engine 20i with turbo 184 hp.
Thanks!

pokerface · 11-04-2012, 09:29 AM

What model 6 cyl gives you 258hp?

Sounds like you're deciding between a 20i and a 30iS (?). They seem very different in output so that's totally up to you what your preferences are. The 6cyl is super smooth but it's more expensive and you probably have to pay some kind of displacement tax where you are.

11-02-2012, 11:09 AM	#1
silverbmw325i New Member Drives: 3 Series Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Tri State Area Posts: 21 iTrader: (0)	Advice on 2011 X3 Hi all - I've never owned a SAV and have test driven the first generation (2008) and 2012. After driving both I definitely want the 2nd generation since I plan on keeping the car long term. Given my budget I probably will have to rule out the new 2013. Any thoughts on 2011 vs 2012 in terms or reliability or new technology improvements? I know that the 2012 model has the eco/stop/start technology and will have more warranty but is it worth it to pay the extra money for the new model? Thanks for your help.
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11-02-2012, 12:00 PM	#3
pokerface Major Drives: B8 A4 2.0T Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,432 iTrader: (1)	2013 is the model year they introduced the start/stop technology and the 4 cylinder engine. 2012 is largely the same as the 2011 model year.. in fact MY2012 was a very short run. __________________ F25 X3 N20: 2010 B8 A4 2.0T quattro (current)/ 2013 F25 X3 x28 N20 (babymobile)

11-02-2012, 12:55 PM	#4
Teemo Panda * A BLUE PANDIAN SMURF * ♠ Drives: BMW X3, X5 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New Jersey (NJ) Posts: 797 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X3 [2.75]	The 2013 28i with the n20 would be the best choice right now has a lot more stuff standard than the 2012. __________________

11-02-2012, 09:56 PM	#8
greg2step X3 Owner/Driver Drives: 2011 X3 Xdrive35i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA Posts: 453 iTrader: (0)	I have a 2011 that was built first week of sept - 35i - i love it. If you go 28i, sure the N20 is a better option but you don't see people moaning about the inline 6 it replaced in the 11/12 28i. I testdrove a few - you can't go wrong, if you can get a good CPO 2011 go for it. Someone noted issue about the pre-april builds - it may be wise to figure out the build date if you can. If you can afford a new one, the process of ordering waiting seeing video of it built is all really a cool experience. __________________ 2011 X3 XDrive35i F25 l Deep Sea Blue l Mojave Leather l Alum Brush Trim l Packages = Sport, DHP, Premium, Nav/Technology, Cold Weather, Convenience \| Premuim Audio + Sirius 2008 328XI E91 Sportwagon l Sparkling Graphite l Gray Dakota Leather l Dark Burl Walnut \| Steptronic 6SP l Premium l Heated Seats [traded in for the X3 above]

11-04-2012, 09:29 AM	#11
pokerface Major Drives: B8 A4 2.0T Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,432 iTrader: (1)	What model 6 cyl gives you 258hp? Sounds like you're deciding between a 20i and a 30iS (?). They seem very different in output so that's totally up to you what your preferences are. The 6cyl is super smooth but it's more expensive and you probably have to pay some kind of displacement tax where you are. __________________ F25 X3 N20: 2010 B8 A4 2.0T quattro (current)/ 2013 F25 X3 x28 N20 (babymobile)

11-02-2012, 11:16 AM	#2
April1 Love All Drives: X3 28i 2011 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: San Francisco Posts: 735 iTrader: (1)	2011 X3 production after April is a good buy provided it has all options you need.

11-02-2012, 01:01 PM	#5
pmacd55 Private First Class Drives: 2013 F25 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NH Posts: 103 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X3 [0.00] 2011 328 xi [0.00]	I have the 2013 28i with the new 4 banger and could not be happier with it. Great MPG and shifting to sport mode reminds you that your in a BMW

11-02-2012, 10:17 PM	#9
Markap Private Drives: 2011 X3 2.8 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 94 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 2.8 [0.00] 2003 BMW F650GS [0.00] 2008 Volvo C70 'vert [0.00] 1999 BMW R1100RS [0.00] 1993 BMW K75S [0.00]	I have a 2011 28i with around 26k trouble free miles. It's quick enough for local traffic and country back roads. Sport setting adds a lot to the feel

11-03-2012, 11:36 PM	#10
ZIZON Registered Drives: BMW X3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Vietnam Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	Hi all, Please anyone give me an advise on which engine should i go with, the old inline 6 engine 258hp or the new 4 engine 20i with turbo 184 hp. Thanks!

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