BMW X3 vs Lexus GX
Overview | |
MSRP$51,300 | MSRP$64,735 |
Listings895 | Listings316 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.8 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 SummaryOne year on from the latest-generation Lexus GX’s debut, the excitement is still there. The 2025 Lexus GX looks great, drives well, and handles itself incredibly well off-road. The latter is something for which that the GX has always been renowned, at least among those who’ve been inclined to find out. Verdict: With great standard tech, safety equipment, looks, and overall versatility, the Lexus GX is worth the attention of any shopper who’s in the market for a luxury SUV. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway21 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway21 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space31.5 cu ft | Cargo Space10.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4176 lbs | Curb Weight5585 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height75.6 in |
Length187.2 in | Length197.1 in |
Width83.9 in | Width78.0 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1107 lbs | Maximum Payload1445 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4001 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity9063 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity9063 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $51,300 | $64,735 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.8 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. | One year on from the latest-generation Lexus GX’s debut, the excitement is still there. The 2025 Lexus GX looks great, drives well, and handles itself incredibly well off-road. The latter is something for which that the GX has always been renowned, at least among those who’ve been inclined to find out. Verdict: With great standard tech, safety equipment, looks, and overall versatility, the Lexus GX is worth the attention of any shopper who’s in the market for a luxury SUV. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 21 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.4L 349 hp V6 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 349 hp @ 4800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 21 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.5 cu ft | 10.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4176 lbs | 5585 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 75.6 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 197.1 in |
Width | 83.9 in | 78.0 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1107 lbs | 1445 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4001 lbs | 9063 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 9063 lbs | |
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