BMW X3 vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$43,700 | MSRP$40,620 |
Listings1630 | Listings311 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 |
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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.) | |
Reviews SummaryThe Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV’s popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive fuel economy rating. 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. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City23 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City23 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space28.7 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4079 lbs | Curb Weight4330 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height68.1 in |
Length185.9 in | Length194.9 in |
Width84.2 in | Width76.0 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload904 lbs | Maximum Payload1495 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4400 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $43,700 | $40,620 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 5.7 out of 10Read full review |
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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 Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV’s popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive fuel economy rating. 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. 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 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 23 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 28.7 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4079 lbs | 4330 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 185.9 in | 194.9 in |
Width | 84.2 in | 76.0 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 904 lbs | 1495 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4400 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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