2020 Tesla Model X vs. 2020 BMW X3
In comparing the 2020 Tesla Model X's and the 2020 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Tesla Model X has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Tesla Model X's and the 2020 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2020 Tesla Model X vs. 2020 BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2020 Tesla Model X ranges from $51,992 to $77,499 while a used 2020 BMW X3 is priced between $27,989 to $45,500.
2020 Tesla Model X vs. 2020 BMW X3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Tesla Model X loses 47 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Tesla Model X retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW X3.
2020 Tesla Model X vs. 2020 BMW X3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Tesla Model X is 9.1 out of 10 while the BMW X3's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Tesla Model X being ranked 1 out of 42 Best Electric SUVs and the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
2020 Tesla Model X vs. 2020 BMW X3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Tesla Model X is 8.1 out of 10. For the BMW X3 the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Tesla Model X.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Tesla Model X’s base engine makes 518 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW X3 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The Model X is rated to deliver an average of 108 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 351 miles. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles.This gives the 2020 Tesla Model X the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 BMW X3 the advantage in maximum range. The Model X uses electricity, and the X3 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 BMW X3, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The 2020 Tesla Model X, a electric SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Tesla Model X and the 2020 BMW X3 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
51992 - 77499
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.470465
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27989 - 45500
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Tesla Model X Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Tesla Model X Rankings
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32 out of / 40BMW X3 Rankings
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23 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Tesla Model X Trim Levels
Long Range, Long Range Plus, Performance
2020 BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
518 hp
Torque:
487 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.096 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4960 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
108 / 101 / 105
Range (city/hwy):
351 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
100 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
12 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 29 / 27
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
430 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
81.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.2 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5421 lbs
Width:
89.4 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
198.3 inches
Wheelbase:
116.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3931 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18