2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 BMW X3
When we compare the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg's and the 2010 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2010 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg's and the 2010 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2010 Volkswagen Touareg ranges from $5,812 to $14,808 while a used 2010 BMW X3 is priced between $4,969 to $12,545.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the 2010 BMW X3 base engine makes 260 horsepower. The Touareg is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 425 miles.This gives the 2010 BMW X3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, and cargo space. The 2010 BMW X3 has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2010 BMW X3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5812 - 14808
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4969 - 12545
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Volkswagen Touareg Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Touareg Rankings
Not yet available
BMW X3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
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2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 61Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 61Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
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7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
14 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 54Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
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22 out of / 61Ranking
22 out of / 59Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2010 Volkswagen Touareg Trim Levels
V6 TDI, VR6 FSI
2010 BMW X3 Trim Levels
xDrive30i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
17 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
301 / 425 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
31 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
30 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5086 lbs
Width:
75.9 inches
Height:
68 inches
Length:
187.2 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4012 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
179.9 inches
Wheelbase:
110.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available