BOB SEELOS 
2005 BMW X3 SUV 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
X-3 RIDES LIKE A TRUCK
 I now have 25,000 miles on my Bmw X-3 AWD with the 3.0 engine.  The reliability is excellent and i have had no maintenance problems.  The ride of the car is the big issue. I have this as a leased vehicle for 36 months and I can hardly wait for the 36th month.  I have even tried to trade this car for a different BMW at the dealer but getting out of a lease is too expensive.  The car rides like a truck-especially in the rear seat.  I feel sorry for those who have to sit back there so I usually take a different car if anyone has to sit back there.  The leather seats in the rear are uncomfortable too.  The people in the rear are bumped up and down even on smooth roads.  