2021 BMW X3 - Small Tweaks Make a Big Difference

The new 2021 BMW X3 is a great compact luxury SUV that gets even better this year due to some small tweaks over the 2020 X3. They make a big difference. Learn more about the exterior, interior, engine options, and how it drives.

[Bayside]

8:13 I love that BMW seatbelt hug. It's like your car saying "I got you buddy" when you take off. No other car gives you a hug quite like that. And I've never felt as confident on the road as I do in an X3.

[swissever]

Great review, i loved that you covered literally everything. Thank you

[ediehamilton]

Just got a 2021 X3 M40i and it’s the best car I have ever had-even more fun than my 2004 M3 convertible. The brakes are fantastic as is the handling and the exhaust sounds are thrilling! I love it❤️❤️❤️

[xorbitman]

BTW Consumers Reports ranks this as one of the best vehicles that they tested with very high marks all around.

[toronado]

Wow very nice car. I was just checking out the X3 online. It gets a lot of things right! Thanks for the review!

[dondonaldson]

Excellent review, thanks! The is the first review that I have seen that comments about too many buttons..most reviewers complain about not enough. 😁 With regard to the row of presets, these can be radio stations but can also be set to shortcuts for commonly used and preferred functions. Once you are used to the buttons, and the iDrive controller, I can't think of what should be removed? Your review details drive, visibility and seating which is really thorough and welcome! Good job!

[arthurberner]

Thank you buddy for your simple and honest review and attention to details!

[TheLess]

this video! I’m in between x1 & x3. We are definitely neighbors, only 10 mins from this location...thank you so much for such informative review ☺️

[kanakasurfer]

This was a great review of the 2021 BMW X3. I'm about to pull the pin on my purchase but I'm going for the 2021 X3 30e hybrid. I agree with the assessment of Vernasca leather being an option at $1450.00 being pricey but the 30e has a little bit more umphh from the engine at 288hp and I like the 60mpg overall fuel efficiency. Thanks again!

[richardswift]

Excellent review of both X3 and X5. No need for me to have an in person salesperson!

[omachkar]

I noticed in the video you have a hitch receiver installed. I just got my new 2021 x3 and I need to install a hitch receiver just for bike rack, how can I do that? Thanks.

[jackiereid]

The X3 M40i is fabulous - I have had mine 4 weeks now and I love it!

[AllStars]

Very comprehensive and great detail in your reviews. You put a lot of homework into your reviews to get all that detail into your review.

[metzden]

The brakes smooth out after a few hundred miles break in period and are not a problem. If you are big in stature make sure the seat bolsters are comfortable for you. They stick up more than other cars i have owned.

[optikalillusion]

The Sports plus does shift quicker, but you do need to know how to step on the throttle. If you step on it all the way, it activates the throttle click (not sure about the name on bmw). thats more for accelerating from a stop. If you are trying to overtake a car, step on fully but not all the way and you get the acceleration difference. But I agree, it can get annoying when it keeps the gear lower, its just trying to access stronger gears quicker.

[je]

Picking mine up in a few weeks. I got the M40i trim. Drives like a dream.

[gabrielarocha]

Can someone tell me please how to open the CD/DVD? 😥

[MrHjgottesman]

I must say you are incorrect when you said that Android auto is standard on the 2021 year. It is not on my 2021 x3 xdrive. Only Apple play

[MAKEMONEYMARK]

what color is this alphine or mineral?

[watsnuday]

You actually complaining about having buttons for, a hazzard button, climate controls, radio, heated seats etc? How else.woukd you control it? BMW offers you the option if the console dial control or conventional buttons. I own a 2015nm sport x3 and drove the 2020 x3 for a few days as a loaner. The interior layout has improved, but not much else other than a bump from the 2.8 to 3.0l and smoother less aggressive bodyline. I prefer the more muscular look of the 2015-2016 style better.