2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon XL
When we compare the 2006 BMW X3's and the 2006 GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the 2006 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The 2006 GMC Yukon XL has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2006 BMW X3's and the 2006 GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the 2006 GMC Yukon XL is a better car than the 2006 BMW X3.
2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon XL Pricing
A used 2006 BMW X3 ranges from $3,498 to $9,572 while a used 2006 GMC Yukon XL is priced between $3,090 to $14,783.
2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon XL Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value and the 2006 GMC Yukon XL loses 46.9 percent of its value. This means the 2006 GMC Yukon XL retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 BMW X3.
2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon XL Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon XL's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the GMC Yukon XL being ranked 7 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon XL Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the GMC Yukon XL the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the GMC Yukon XL a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 BMW X3’s base engine makes 225 horsepower, and the 2006 GMC Yukon XL base engine makes 295 horsepower. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 391 miles. The Yukon XL is rated to deliver an average of 11 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles.This gives the 2006 BMW X3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2006 GMC Yukon XL the advantage in maximum range. The X3 uses gasoline, and the Yukon XL uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2006 GMC Yukon XL, a fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2006 BMW X3 has higher safety ratings than the 2006 GMC Yukon XL, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3498 - 9572
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3090 - 14783
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468675
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.931437 / 10
Reliability:
8.79431 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X3 Rankings
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23 out of / 61GMC Yukon XL Rankings
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26 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2006 BMW X3 Trim Levels
3.0i
2006 GMC Yukon XL Trim Levels
Denali, SL 1500, SLE 1500, SLE 2500, SLT 1500, SLT 2500
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
255 / 391 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
10 / 13 / 11
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
30 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
120.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
45.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
131.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
131.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4023 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
179.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5269 lbs
Width:
78.8 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
219.3 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R16