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BMW X3 vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid

2022 BMW X3
2022 BMW X3
$43,700MSRP
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2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
$40,620MSRP
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2022 BMW X3
$43,700MSRP
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2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
$40,620MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$43,700

MSRP

$40,620

Listings

860

Listings

115

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

5.7 out of 10

Pros

  • Standard advanced safety features

  • Excellent value for money

  • Spacious

Cons

  • Poor fuel economy

  • Underwhelming base engine

Pros

  • Quiet cabin

  • Standard advanced safety features

  • Great safety ratings

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Interior materials feel cheap

  • Cramped third row

Reviews Summary

Since its inception in 2003, the BMW X3 has grown to become one of the brand’s top sellers. And starting with its second generation (circa 2010), the luxury compact crossover has been built at BMW Spartanburg—the automaker’s only United States manufacturing facility. Incidentally, because Spartanburg is the global producer of every gas-powered BMW crossover besides the X1 and X2, the plant also boasts the highest production numbers of any BMW plant worldwide. One can speculate that the popular X3 has a lot to do with that.

Last redesigned for 2018, the X3 receives a rather hefty mid-cycle refresh for 2022. Although the xDrive30e plug-in hybrid has been dropped from the lineup, updates to the remaining models include design tweaks, new engines, more technology, and an expanded suite of safety features.

Reviews Summary

The Highlander Hybrid's popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive EPA fuel economy rating and accessible base price. However, generally speaking, the 2023 Toyota Highlander is not what it should be, and specifically, the Highlander Hybrid doesn’t meet efficiency expectations. Unfortunately, this Toyota faces few rivals, and only one of them costs less. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 248 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

8

Horsepower

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

1.9 kWh

MPG City

23

MPG City

36

MPG Highway

29

MPG Highway

35
2022 BMW X3
2022 BMW X3
$43,700MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
$40,620MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 BMW X3
$43,700MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
$40,620MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$43,700
$40,620
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.5

4.7

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Read full review

5.7 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons

Pros

  • Standard advanced safety features

  • Excellent value for money

  • Spacious

Cons

  • Poor fuel economy

  • Underwhelming base engine

Pros

  • Quiet cabin

  • Standard advanced safety features

  • Great safety ratings

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Interior materials feel cheap

  • Cramped third row

Summary

Since its inception in 2003, the BMW X3 has grown to become one of the brand’s top sellers. And starting with its second generation (circa 2010), the luxury compact crossover has been built at BMW Spartanburg—the automaker’s only United States manufacturing facility. Incidentally, because Spartanburg is the global producer of every gas-powered BMW crossover besides the X1 and X2, the plant also boasts the highest production numbers of any BMW plant worldwide. One can speculate that the popular X3 has a lot to do with that.

Last redesigned for 2018, the X3 receives a rather hefty mid-cycle refresh for 2022. Although the xDrive30e plug-in hybrid has been dropped from the lineup, updates to the remaining models include design tweaks, new engines, more technology, and an expanded suite of safety features.

The Highlander Hybrid's popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive EPA fuel economy rating and accessible base price. However, generally speaking, the 2023 Toyota Highlander is not what it should be, and specifically, the Highlander Hybrid doesn’t meet efficiency expectations. Unfortunately, this Toyota faces few rivals, and only one of them costs less. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 248 hp I4
2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid
Drive Train
RWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
8
Horsepower
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
1.9 kWh
MPG City
23
36
MPG Highway
29
35

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