BMW X3

Anyone who hires a BMW X3 will see why it is considered one of the best small SUVs available today. This premium compact off-roader brings the luxury and refinement of large SUVs to the smaller end of the market. And that doesn’t just mean it bears a striking family resemblance to its bigger brother, the X5. It’s a vehicle that exudes quality from the feel of the interior materials to the high quality finish of the paintwork.

Yet it’s also a practical five-door vehicle that can easily accommodate five passengers. Open the large tailgate and you’ll find there’s a good-sized boot too. If required, the X3’s load space becomes enormous with the rear seats folded flat.

If the inside is well equipped and comfortable, the exterior is stylish and purposeful. The X3 is also packed with safety features. On the road you’ll find it handles very tidily and the ride is smooth.
The X3 uses BMW’s xDrive four-wheel drive system for sure-footed handling and the ability to cross difficult terrain. There’s a smooth six-speed manual gearbox and various engines are available. They’re all good to drive but the 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel is the most popular. This unit provides a good balance between spritely performance and pulling power, and impressive fuel economy.