The BMW X3 (2005-10) 5DR SUV XDRIVE 2.0D 177 LIMITED SPORT EDITION STEP AUTO is a premium, five-door compact SUV, offering a higher driving position and useful everyday space without the size of a large 4x4. In the UK used market, it sits above mainstream family SUVs, appealing to buyers wanting BMW styling and a more polished feel. Mycarcheck.com records 160 look-ups across 41 distinct VINs, giving a useful snapshot of interest in this version. Checks show an average private-sale value of £3,300, average recorded mileage of 117,000 and around 5,000 miles driven annually. The average keeper count is 3.3, so condition and service history deserve close attention. Its diesel, automatic gearbox and four-wheel drive suit families, commuters and drivers in changeable weather, while bringing confidence on trips. More car-like and sporty than rivals, the X3 also compares with the Audi Q5 and Land Rover Freelander for condition, equipment and running costs.