BMW X3 vs BMW X5
Overview | |
Years produced2004-Present | Years produced2000-Present |
MSRP$50,900 | MSRP$66,300 |
Listings9419 | Listings9614 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryBMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavors: 30 xDrive and M50. The latter is tuned for performance, but the base X3 30 xDrive is so good that you might be happy trading the M50’s outright speed and sheer capability for significant savings. BMW redesigned this compact luxury crossover in 2025, and the only tweaks for 2026 make the base model look and feel a little more upscale inside. Verdict: For this review, we evaluated the BMW X3 M50. It was terrific, but with a sticker price more than $15,000 higher than the rewarding X3 30 xDrive, it’s hard to justify the extra money. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2025 BMW X5 is the automaker’s midsize luxury SUV, positioned between the X3 and X7, and alongside the coupe-like X6. That puts it in a well-populated segment alongside SUVs like the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, Genesis GV80, Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Lexus RX, Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, Porsche Cayenne, and Volvo XC90. Following a substantial update for the 2024 model year, the X5 celebrates its 25th anniversary with a limited-edition model, but receives no other changes. Verdict: The latest version of the X5 isn’t the best value, but it explains this SUV’s longevity. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space31.5 cu ft | Cargo Space33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4176 lbs | Curb Weight4919 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height69.1 in |
Length187.2 in | Length194.2 in |
Width83.9 in | Width87.3 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload1107 lbs | Maximum Payload1054 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4001 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7200 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2004-Present | 2000-Present |
MSRP | $50,900 | $66,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | BMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavors: 30 xDrive and M50. The latter is tuned for performance, but the base X3 30 xDrive is so good that you might be happy trading the M50’s outright speed and sheer capability for significant savings. BMW redesigned this compact luxury crossover in 2025, and the only tweaks for 2026 make the base model look and feel a little more upscale inside. Verdict: For this review, we evaluated the BMW X3 M50. It was terrific, but with a sticker price more than $15,000 higher than the rewarding X3 30 xDrive, it’s hard to justify the extra money. | The 2025 BMW X5 is the automaker’s midsize luxury SUV, positioned between the X3 and X7, and alongside the coupe-like X6. That puts it in a well-populated segment alongside SUVs like the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, Genesis GV80, Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Lexus RX, Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, Porsche Cayenne, and Volvo XC90. Following a substantial update for the 2024 model year, the X5 celebrates its 25th anniversary with a limited-edition model, but receives no other changes. Verdict: The latest version of the X5 isn’t the best value, but it explains this SUV’s longevity. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.5 cu ft | 33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4176 lbs | 4919 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 69.1 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 194.2 in |
Width | 83.9 in | 87.3 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1107 lbs | 1054 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4001 lbs | 7200 lbs |
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