2022 BMW X3 vs 2023 Lexus RX
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MSRP$43,700 | MSRP$47,800 |
Listings207 | Listings56 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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2022 BMW X3 Reviews SummarySince 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 manufacturing facility north of the Mexican border. 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. Updates include design tweaks, new engines, more technology, and an expanded suite of safety features. (Interestingly, while the BMW X3 xDrive30e plug-in hybrid has been dropped from the lineup in the United States, it continues in 2022 in Canada. This model is not covered in this review.) | |
2023 Lexus RX Reviews SummaryThe first Lexus RX went on sale about 25 years ago, and it has cultivated a loyal following with people who aspire to own a reliable, refined, safe, and stylish luxury crossover SUV. To say the redesigned 2023 Lexus RX represents the mother of all risk/reward scenarios is an understatement. But based on a day driving numerous versions of the new 2023 RX, we’d say Lexus has struck the right balance with its latest two-row midsize SUV. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space28.7 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4079 lbs | Curb Weight4155 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height67.3 in |
Length185.9 in | Length192.5 in |
Width84.2 in | Width75.6 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload904 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4400 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3494 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $43,700 | $47,800 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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 manufacturing facility north of the Mexican border. 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. Updates include design tweaks, new engines, more technology, and an expanded suite of safety features. (Interestingly, while the BMW X3 xDrive30e plug-in hybrid has been dropped from the lineup in the United States, it continues in 2022 in Canada. This model is not covered in this review.) | The first Lexus RX went on sale about 25 years ago, and it has cultivated a loyal following with people who aspire to own a reliable, refined, safe, and stylish luxury crossover SUV. To say the redesigned 2023 Lexus RX represents the mother of all risk/reward scenarios is an understatement. But based on a day driving numerous versions of the new 2023 RX, we’d say Lexus has struck the right balance with its latest two-row midsize SUV. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | 317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 28.7 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4079 lbs | 4155 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 67.3 in |
Length | 185.9 in | 192.5 in |
Width | 84.2 in | 75.6 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 904 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4400 lbs | 3494 lbs |
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