2025 BMW X5 vs 2026 BMW X3
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MSRP$66,300 | MSRP$51,300 |
Listings52 | Listings539 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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2025 BMW X5 Reviews SummaryThe 2025 BMW X5 is the automaker’s midsize luxury SUV, positioned between the X3 and X7, and alongside the coupe-like X6. That puts it in a well-populated segment alongside SUVs like the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, Genesis GV80, Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Lexus RX, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Porsche Cayenne, and Volvo XC90. Following a substantial update for the 2024 model year, the X5 celebrates its 25th anniversary with a limited-edition model but receives no other changes. Verdict: The latest version of the X5 isn’t the best value, but it explains this SUV’s longevity. | |
2026 BMW X3 Reviews SummaryBMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavours: 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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4919 lbs | Curb Weight4176 lbs |
Height69.1 in | Height65.4 in |
Length194.2 in | Length187.2 in |
Width87.3 in | Width83.9 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase112.8 in |
Maximum Payload1054 lbs | Maximum Payload1107 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity4001 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $66,300 | $51,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2025 BMW X5 is the automaker’s midsize luxury SUV, positioned between the X3 and X7, and alongside the coupe-like X6. That puts it in a well-populated segment alongside SUVs like the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, Genesis GV80, Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Lexus RX, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Porsche Cayenne, and Volvo XC90. Following a substantial update for the 2024 model year, the X5 celebrates its 25th anniversary with a limited-edition model but receives no other changes. Verdict: The latest version of the X5 isn’t the best value, but it explains this SUV’s longevity. | BMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavours: 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Optional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4919 lbs | 4176 lbs |
Height | 69.1 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 194.2 in | 187.2 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 83.9 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 112.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1054 lbs | 1107 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7200 lbs | 4001 lbs |
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