BMW X3 vs Ford Bronco Sport
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MSRP$51,300 | MSRP$31,695 |
Listings321 | Listings1305 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 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 SummaryLaunched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space31.5 cu ft | Cargo Space32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4176 lbs | Curb Weight3458 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height70.4 in |
Length187.2 in | Length173.0 in |
Width83.9 in | Width82.2 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1107 lbs | Maximum Payload1170 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4001 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2200 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $51,300 | $31,695 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 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. | Launched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.5 cu ft | 32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4176 lbs | 3458 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 173.0 in |
Width | 83.9 in | 82.2 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1107 lbs | 1170 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4001 lbs | 2200 lbs |
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