BMW X3 vs Chevrolet Equinox
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MSRP$51,300 | MSRP$28,600 |
Listings912 | Listings318 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 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 latest iteration of this compact crossover takes styling cues from the only Chevy model to outsell it: the Silverado. Its new look comes with new standard tech and safety features, new transmissions, and a new trim bringing something new to the lineup to appeal to the weekend warrior crowd. Verdict: We wouldn't be at all surprised to see the Equinox remain one of Chevrolet's best sellers. The added value outstrips the price increase in our book, and the makeover is sure to appeal to plenty of compact SUV shoppers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 175 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 175 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space31.5 cu ft | Cargo Space29.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4176 lbs | Curb Weight3428 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height65.6 in |
Length187.2 in | Length183.2 in |
Width83.9 in | Width74.9 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase107.5 in |
Maximum Payload1107 lbs | Maximum Payload1202 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4001 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity800 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $51,300 | $28,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 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 latest iteration of this compact crossover takes styling cues from the only Chevy model to outsell it: the Silverado. Its new look comes with new standard tech and safety features, new transmissions, and a new trim bringing something new to the lineup to appeal to the weekend warrior crowd. Verdict: We wouldn't be at all surprised to see the Equinox remain one of Chevrolet's best sellers. The added value outstrips the price increase in our book, and the makeover is sure to appeal to plenty of compact SUV shoppers. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 1.5L 175 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 1.5L 175 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.5 cu ft | 29.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4176 lbs | 3428 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 65.6 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 183.2 in |
Width | 83.9 in | 74.9 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 107.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1107 lbs | 1202 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4001 lbs | 800 lbs |
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