Buying a used BMW X3 F25 - 2010-2017, Buying advice with Common Issues
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Buying a used BMW X3 (F25) - produced from 2010 to 2017
What is the best engine, how good is this car, what are the common problems with these cars? What are the most unreliable engines? Watch the video and you will get answers to all these questions and more!
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BMW X3 sDrive 20i, xDrive 20i, xDrive 28i, xDrive 35i, sDrive 18d, xDrive 20d, xDrive 30d, xDrive 35d
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Hi mate, thank you for the research and sharing it with us and happy new year!
I am the lucky owner of a 2011 n20 engine. No sign of failure so far but I am getting close to the 85 000km mark.
Could you please share some sources/documentation/evidence you used regarding the n20 timing chain issue?
I have asked bmw France on this but they keep denying everything.
Thanks in advance.
Best
If your X3 is over 5 years and has over 100k miles, the plastic charge pipe that brings air from the supercharger to the throttle body is most probably brittle and will crack, especially where it connects to the throttle body. When this happens, you will get a check engine light with a mass airflow sensor error & the X3 will run very rough and stall. If you take it to a BMW dealership, they will charge thousands and replace the sensor and put another plastic BMW charge pipe. The sensor doesn’t need replacing, it will start working once you replace the broken pipe. I ordered an aluminum after market charge pipe from ECS Tuning for $340 and replaced the broken one in under 2 hrs. Any repair shop can order an aftermarket charge pipe and install in under 2 hrs costing you $600 or so. I Hope this helps anyone looking to buy a used X3.
Thanks! You saved me the misery of a timing chain failure during a vacation into Utah hundreds of miles from any BMW dealer. I listened to the engine the week before and the high pitched whine was very clear even below 3000 rpm. BMW replaced the timing and oil pump chains and tensioners for free because I was 2,000 miles below the 70,000 mile extended warranty.
I'm glad I could help!
In 2016, I bought a 2014 X3 that had 25K miles on the odometer. The X3 had been leased by a young mother who had a toddler. So I assumed that she had driven it with care. Six and one-half years later I'm still loving the X3. It feels sporty and has very good acceleration. The "Sport" setting really makes a difference when you want to have a little fun. I once drove an X5 as a "loaner" and it did not feel as good as the X3. The X5 had power but not much "sport". The only issue I've had is that the electric switch for the tail gate went bad. I've also had the fan belt and battery replaced, which is considered normal maintenance. No major problems at all. My X3 still "gets looks" even though it's 8 years old now. I'm glad I have it.
When talking about the electric switch of the taile gate. Do you mean the outer handle. Is/was it a faulty micro switch in the handle.
I bought six weeks ago a 2011 with power tail gate and the outer handle doesn't work, so I have to open it with the key fob.
@@leiflillandt1488Trade for newer one. Before 2014 facelift engines are not good
How many miles does it have now and have you fixed anything on it?
I got a 2015 bmw x3 with 106k miles, driven since 40k miles almost 4 years later. Cars basically paid off and still has relatively low miles.
I’ve replaced, serpentine, alternator, 2x battery, tires 2x, brakes once, done coolant/tranny flush, regular oil changes etc. I have some money set aside for a timing chain which is inevitable in any car w one pretty much. Car still drives mint. Interior is mint. I have some exterior damage from a tire that blew off and struck me on the highway, but other than that it’s really just a dented fender and the fog light assemble. The cars paid off, these are cheap in this year / range. Mines an sdrive28i in case any one is still reading lol. I’ll update cus I wanna drive this car as long as I can.
Just an edit for now, I have zero noticeable symptoms yet of any timing chain issues. No leaks. Cars been a dream for a bmw especially at being almost 10 years old. Just still prepared to be prepared lmao
After the 2014 restyling, BMW solved many of this problems, new engines etc.... they are the best and more refined X3 F25 . Look for those years.
Great reviews! You won't hear this from the dealership
I have 2011 X3 Diesel 2.0SE Excellent car I bought with 32000 miles turbo went immediately, was replaced at half price by BMW. Only other problem at 100,000 miles needed new transfer case, was quoted 5300 euro by BMW. I found a guy in Germany who recons and did the whole job for 1300 euro, excellent job.
Thank you so much for taking us through the BMX X3 F25... I have learned so much especially general information about cars.
Perfect review, you covered so many potential issues.
I bought a 2016 BMW X3 and I love it
Thank you so much for this video! I will definitely make sure to listen for timing belt failure symptoms.
Can’t thank you enough I was looking at Behind the 2013 x3 xdrive 28i model, if I do end up buying it I can at least talk them down a couple thousand after the information you’ve given me.
Good shit brother 👍
This video is helpful. I drive 2011 X3 35i. I have experienced roof rattling, glove box, LED tail, coolant system failure, engine oil gasket break.
Very good review am just about to purchase an X3 Msport and after all this reviews am thinking twice
Wow very good review!
Excellent info I am buying one and will have a look for these issue now
Thankful for the information.
WOW... saved my bacon!!!!!.... I was blindly looks at these without all this knowledge...I watch all your reviews and they are through, to the point and god they save people from making grave errors.. God Bless you.
thanks for the support!
I have a 2011 F25 x20d, i think the transfer case vibration is very common on X3 and X5, luckily the repair is much more cheaper and easier now. and i would like to add that the ABS sensor will need to be changed after 100-120k KM, otherwise it will cause vibration and faulty signal and AWD system will not function.
Nice job with the comprehensive review of several years
Thanks!
Your videos are great! Thank you!
Superb review
this guy is a legend
Even after all the bad issues I'm still in love with this car. Looking forward to find a good used one
Just bought a 2016. It's so good. czcams.com/video/B_tn8f0uaB4/video.html
I have a 2016 BMW X3 Xdrive28i with 135k! It’s been great so far!
Keep up the good work.
Wished I had view this video before purchasing of my BMW X3 2013. Thanks for the heads up on timing change!
Is it reliable?
You are amazing! Thanks for these information
Awesome Information... 👏👏👏👏
great video.. thanks do much for posting. Feel a lot better informed on what model and year to buy a used X3 now
Wow, you hit most of the hot spots. Our 2011 X3 F25 with xDrive 35i has had most of these issues. Fortunately, we bought a Certified Used car and the Extended Maintenance Warranty which covered the problems.
One thing you barely mentioned was the electric water pump. At 85k, ours gave the Overheating warning and entered Limp mode. Shutting down the engine and restarting gave a warning that if it happens again to contact the BMW Service Center. It drove normally without the Check-Engine light. Well, it happened 3 more times on our trip home. Each time, I checked that the engine was actually NOT overheated and continued driving home and to the BMW dealer. A trusted BMW mechanic told me that he replaces 4-5 BMW electric water pumps per week! Apparently, the water pump can become unreliable and trigger the warning before it actually fails. If it actually fails, lots of expensive damage can occur if you continue driving.
What warranty did you purchase? Want to get one
good review and helpful for addicted's Bimma
I tried one out yesterday and almost bought it but my 6th sense convinced me to do more research, I am ever so grateful to find this review. Now I am equipped to not buy a lemon.
How is your experience with it?
Just get the inline 6 version. I did a month ago and I love it.
Well done, thanks
Amazing content!
Very helpful! Thanks for all the secrets. My 2012 X3 already has peeled glove box, peeled cup lining on door hand rest (driver side), leaked coolant reservoir. I do not know how many to come. Now I know what to expect in this car in the next one or two years of driving.
I also realized that BMW dealer charges 2 hour labor fee for 30-45 minute labor. Air filter change did not take more than 20 minutes to a person like me, they charged me for 1 hour labor. For oil change 1 hour labor, For coolant reservoir replacement 3 hour labor. I am being looted by BMW dealership. It is better to find a local geek who can fix everything for less.
Do it yourself and stop complaining, if you know how much it takes ,i own an 2014 x3 20d from almost new ,it has never seen the dealer or a garage , everything done by myself with original parts, runs like new with no issues ,now 112k km .
Great video. Excellent work with the research. Very informative. Thank you
The oil change is not needed in automatic transmission but its recomended after 120000 km. The problems with timing chain are much bigger then in petrol motors
Good job and very usefull in my case. Thank you
thank you for sharing
I have a 2015 BMW X3. At purchase the glove box door was peeled off and had it replaced by dealer. Only other issue, my sunroof rattles and makes noise when opened all the way exposing the moon roof, spot on explanation!@
very imformative, thx.
Great video
2017 x3 28i. great vehicle. not a penny of problems. not one. 52k miles so far. red with light brown leather. fully loaded with all the toys. awesome. $54500k new. i bought it at the end of the model year after the 2018's came out. $52300.00 out the door. cash deal. love it. but that's just me.
Congrats, you represent the top 5% of the economy paying that much in cash. Therefore your opinion on this vid is pretty irrelevant. Being rich is great, go capitalism, but most of us ain’t gunna do what ur doin chief so don’t brag.
@@quesokid4959 you’re just jealous someone has something you don’t. Don’t assume and stop complaining. Sad.
@@tannersummy2850 How is moaning that someone's experience of buying a new car is completely irrelevant to the experience of buying a much older used car "jealousy"?
He's mocking the guy for boasting about being rich enough to buy an expensive new car on a video aimed at the people who buy his cast-offs after the warranty has expired and the really expensive problems begin 😆
Damn I would’ve financed and invested the difference. All good, we’re not all financially savvy.
100% correct 😂 I changed all this from the beginning till the end
Awesome. Thank you.
I want to buy international secrets from this guy! Da, Mr Bond! Great review ✊🏽
Can you make BMW X1 E84 buying guides and common problems? Thank you a lot !
What is better the f25 or the e70 (comfortable and problems) and thx u
Check for leaking Differential, just had my repaired on 2016 F25 3.0d
Pls make video for BMW X1
thank you Borat
Tempted to get one as my next car. Either with N54, N55, N58, or 3.0d depends on the deal I get. Found a 2012 with 3L for around 6k Euro. I don't need a car right now so I might wait for a while
Super Slovenska angličtina. Radosť pozerať.
Super helpful! Thanks!
If you are under warranty, and approaching end of standard warranty, insist on an inspection of speed sensors and thermostat
The dealer wont check it, but get a mechanic to assses condition
Luckily I have extended warranty. They failed 3 months acter regular warranty exp.
and bmw issued a bulletin.
Please review on used jaguar xf and xj from 2010
Do the 2015 American version X3 28D 4 cylinder diesel have timing chain issues?
yeah, i wanna cry when i see that glove box of my...
Any common issues with 2016 x3 20i engine, gearboxes or something else?
You are definitely on point with those issues you mentioned.
I now have the drive train issue as we are speaking. Does Bmw repairs those issued for free because it's a well-known problem? How to get that fix?
So i just got a 2017 yesterday, and the rear light malfunctioned, and the sunroof is rattling. What is the solution for the sunroof rattle?
Has anyone here purchased a 2015 x3 28i in the states? I found one with 45K miles on it and am a little hesitant to pull the trigger. First car was a 2007 530i and it was nothing but a nightmare - coolant leaks, vacuum hose failure, oil leaks, etc so trying to make sure I make a smarter decision this time around.
Just bought a usedBMW x3 xdrive20d.. (2013) 190k km
I never liked BMW.. but just fell in love..
I dont hear anything or the case is like brand new..
But i got this bad stomach feeling after watching this video...
can you rewiev a mercedes benz w124
Please help. Considering purchasing w/ 75k. Does the 2013 bmw x3 xdrive28i have the n20 engine? When Does the timing chain become an issue? Would any general mechanic know about this.
I have been looking at 11 -12 plate uk vertions auto 2.0 diesel and just worried about auto bix being ok and timing chain etc anyone lut my mind at rest or would you avoid cars i havr been looking at have between 50 and 70k miles on any help would be great 👍
Do you have a Most Reliable Used Imports video?
Ford escape 2012 rw please
Dope
Just got a 2014 X3 35i with the N55. At 87k miles. Low milage for the year with a long and good service record. Crossing my fingers I can get at least 5 years out of it to 180k miles on it without any issues. I'm anticipating to do the water pump early at 100k. Cause ik those are the main weakpoint.
so
you recommend to get a 2014 i want to buy one with 87k miles
Looking at one with 78k on it
I have the N52!!! They did made it in 2011
And she haves over 200,000 miles!
Hi, I want to ask about a X3 f25 m packet 11/2012 2.0 diesel with a lot of kilometres about 380.000. The previous owner had made maintain service in a specialized BMW workshop and it costs almost 6.000€ in 28/07/2022.. is it worth to look this kind of car with this kilometres? Is in good price..
You are correct. My 2012 328i series 4 cylinder lost the chain guard and engine was kaput. I had a few months of warranty left so they rebuilt the engine and it cost me nothing. Traded it in for a 2016 X3 6 cylinder model. Felt relieved. Don't own a BMW without warranty.
Can u do A Toyota Land Cruiser 120
do X1 please
Please review a mercedes clk w209 kompressor^^^,
Hi pls volvo xc60 2010
Do a Bmw X1
What is considered as a long journey? How many km is too little to drive with diesel engine car?
I’m pulling this out of my ass, but I think journeys, that don’t even let your engine warm up fully. Also, it’s important for the catalytic converter to heat up as well (which takes longer). Personally, my diesel engine runs wayyy better after a long journey (200km or so), even few days after it has finished.
Bought a 2013 144,000. Miles now has 190,000. Had a issue with heat needed a cylinder repair. $3,000. All else ok
Bought this brand new in 2014. I have 106K miles. Glove box peeled. Fixed it with glue. I heared the problems with the engine N20. I still owe money on it. Is the 2018 X3 any good? Let me know.
it's a new car, so it has to be good
Great video 👍 Won’t the 2.0 diesel suffer from timing chain issues?
it should not, altough it can be worn before 200 000 km
the regular oil changes are very important and they can extend the lifetime of the timing chain
The timing chains wear out because of the design of the sprockets. The sprockets are too sharp and destroy the timing chain. The engine needs to be removed to replace the timing chain.
Yes , engine code N47.
The other engine 2.0d 163 hp is more reliable M47 .
Hello Bro Please help .I just got X3 2014 B47 engine . It sounds like a tractor on starting with the engine vibrating .I can hear the noise in the car and feel the vibration on the gear stick and clutch pedal. its a clean car but i am worried as its on finance.please kindly respond
to add i heard the whining sound at the main BMW dealer but they changed the turbo and it stopped .I decided to buy cos its a main dealer and 1yr warranty.
so how did it work out? i'm curious
Bmw f20 review?
This video isn’t 100% correct, I have a 28i from 2013, the timing chain issue happened at 59k , they put their new engine with the new fixed timing chain as it was under warranty still, the new engine has always sounded like this even with a brand new engine and turbo installed from BMW , so take this video with a grain of salt because the wine shouldn’t be that high but there should be some sound as it’s a tiny engine with a turbo pulling air
Bought used 2012 bmw x3 35i in 2019. Had 56k miles. Had OFHG leaked which led to serpentine belt slip. Luckily did not get sucked in. Pullies replaced, valve cover gasket leak (replaced plugs and coils when that was fixed). Glove box and drivers side door peeling issue. Have just now hit 80k miles. Would I buy again? Probably not. Still a great vehicle. Just be prepared.
Hovevăr.. 😅
Every car has issues
Great review. I bought a brand new x3 2016 and had the brakes changed after 10,000km. My run flat tyres never lasted more than 18,000km. Gearbox wouldnt shift passed 6 gear, corrosion under the hood when it was delivered...etc...Dumped it after 2 years with 38,000km as I didn't want to change the tyres again. Bought a Peugeot 5008 GT Line and never looked back. Bmw had terrible service and the car was a lemon. Never again.
Any reason for the tyre issues ?
DON’T. My 2014 X3 3.0i blew its engine at 82k miles, likely because of the damn timing chain issue. BMW did help me with engine replacement costs, but it was still $5500. Oh, and literally a week before the engine committed suicide, my a/c compressor failed. There goes another $4000. This is on a car with 82k miles, which I purchased certified pre-owned, maintained fastidiously and exclusively at the BMW dealer, and never drove hard. Because I sank so much money into fixing my albatross (thanks, historic car shortages!), I’ve committed to driving this damn thing till the wheels fall off out of spite. After it dies, though, I am never owning a BMW ever again. And this is coming from a lifelong BMW diehard.
There is really no way to justify buying an X3. lol. Thanks for the video.
Lol who knew 10k mi oil changes would be bad for a turbo motor? 🙄😂 I have a X1 with the N20 and I change the oil at 7500 and run 5w-40.
Simples meer cat
Tehat accent ;)
Holy shit do yourself a favor and watch on 2x. Informative but its spoken in slow motion
Its perfect
so better not buying it to save big headaches and expences
i detect an accent
If you are thinking of doing this, dont. Get counseling.
no shit
Do not buy any used BMW with the n20 engine