2018 BMW X3 vs. 2018 Porsche Macan
When we compare the 2018 BMW X3's and the 2018 Porsche Macan's specifications and ratings, the 2018 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2018 Porsche Macan has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 BMW X3's and the 2018 Porsche Macan's specifications and ratings, the 2018 BMW X3 is a better car than the 2018 Porsche Macan.
2018 BMW X3 vs. 2018 Porsche Macan Pricing
A used 2018 BMW X3 ranges from $21,994 to $37,497 while a used 2018 Porsche Macan is priced between $29,497 to $52,998.
2018 BMW X3 vs. 2018 Porsche Macan Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value and the 2018 Porsche Macan loses 37 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Porsche Macan retains 13.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 BMW X3.
2018 BMW X3 vs. 2018 Porsche Macan Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Porsche Macan's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Porsche Macan being ranked 11 out of 29. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 4 and the Porsche Macan is ranked 23. The BMW X3 is also ranked 5 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Porsche Macan is ranked 28 out of 67.
2018 BMW X3 vs. 2018 Porsche Macan Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Porsche Macan the reliability rating is 6.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 an advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche Macan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 BMW X3’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the 2018 Porsche Macan base engine makes 252 horsepower. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. The Macan is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 495 miles. This gives the 2018 BMW X3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Porsche Macan. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 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:
$21,994 - $37,497
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$29,497 - $52,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
37%
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Porsche Macan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 60Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
14 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 60Ranking
17 out of / 60Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 60Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 55Ranking
23 out of / 60Ranking
23 out of / 60Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
42 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 60Porsche Macan Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 60Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 60Ranking
18 out of / 60Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 60Ranking
24 out of / 27Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
37 out of / 60Ranking
37 out of / 55Ranking
44 out of / 67Ranking
45 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive30i
2018 Porsche Macan Trim Levels
Base, GTS, S, Turbo
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
252 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 495 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
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:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
28.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
17.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4156 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
