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rowawaysixtynine

Looking into getting a f25 X3. Talk me out of it.

Hi everyone, im starting to look into getting a 2012-2015 X3 35i. Im coming from a volkswagen jetta tdi and honestly id like something bigger and a bit fun. Heres my criteria and why it fits:

- Space
- Towing (I want to tow around 2500 Pounds)
- Fun
- Awd
- Mildly reliable (ive had terrible luck with my volkswagen)
- Comfort

This seems to fit all of it. I know that reliability can be a bit sketchy but im hoping to get into something around that 70-75k mile mark, and keep up on preventative maintenance. Ive heard good things about the n55 and im aware of the common issues like brittle plastics, charge pipe issues, oil filter housing issues, and oil consumption, but im not too concerned about those things as i work on my own vehicles and am mechanically inclined.

I dont intend to build it or anything, maybe an exhaust and tune but im mainly looking for a daily driver that gets ok gas mileage and has a good amount of space. Its not too big, i think an X5 would be too much rn, and i can afford to get into the 70k area right now.

I feel like ive thought this through decently, but feel free to talk me out of it. Thanks!

Posted May 5, 2025, 2:14 AM UTC

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