2021 BMW X3 M vs. 2021 BMW X5
In comparing the 2021 BMW X3 M's and the 2021 BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW X3 M has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2021 BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2021 BMW X3 M's and the 2021 BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2021 BMW X3 M vs. 2021 BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2021 BMW X3 M ranges from $50,806 to $65,279 while a used 2021 BMW X5 is priced between $43,522 to $68,500.
2021 BMW X3 M vs. 2021 BMW X5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 BMW X3 M loses 47.9 percent of its value and the 2021 BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2021 BMW X3 M retains 5.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 BMW X5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 BMW X3 M’s base engine makes 473 horsepower, and the 2021 BMW X5 base engine makes 335 horsepower. The X3 M is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 327 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. This gives the 2021 BMW X5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 BMW X3 M. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
50806 - 65279
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.478966
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
43522 - 68500
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537963
BMW X3 M Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.784918 / 10
Reliability:
8.354753 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X3 M Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
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8 out of / 61Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
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18 out of / 61Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
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23 out of / 68Ranking
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26 out of / 27Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 61Ranking
44 out of / 54Ranking
50 out of / 59BMW X5 Rankings
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2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
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5 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
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8 out of / 61Ranking
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9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
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10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
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14 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
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19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
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22 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
40 out of / 54Ranking
46 out of / 59Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2021 BMW X3 M Trim Levels
Base
2021 BMW X5 Trim Levels
M50i xDrive, sDrive40i, xDrive40i
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
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
473 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.102 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
241 / 327 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 569 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4620 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
65.6 inches
Length:
186.2 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4828 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/50R19