BMW 3 Series vs. Jaguar XF
In comparing the BMW 3 Series's and the Jaguar XF's specifications and ratings, the BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Jaguar XF has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW 3 Series's and the Jaguar XF's specifications and ratings, the BMW 3 Series is a better car than the Jaguar XF.
BMW 3 Series vs. Jaguar XF Pricing
For a new model, the BMW 3 Series's price is between $47,929 and $68,498, with the Jaguar XF priced between $53,680 and $63,711.
BMW 3 Series vs. Jaguar XF Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value and the Jaguar XF loses 59.7 percent of its value. This means the BMW 3 Series retains 7.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jaguar XF.
BMW 3 Series vs. Jaguar XF Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.7 out of 10 while the Jaguar XF's quality rating is 7.3 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 7 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Jaguar XF being ranked 19 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
BMW 3 Series vs. Jaguar XF Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.4 out of 10. For the Jaguar XF the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jaguar XF.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW 3 Series’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Jaguar XF base engine makes 246 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles. The XF is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 585 miles.This gives the BMW 3 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Jaguar XF the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Jaguar XF, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The BMW 3 Series, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW 3 Series has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$47,929 - $68,498
Used Asking Price:
$48,046 - $65,395
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$53,680 - $63,711
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
59.7%
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jaguar XF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Jaguar XF Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive
Jaguar XF Trim Levels
P250 R-Dynamic SE, P300 R-Dynamic SE
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
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 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 530 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
449 / 585 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
10.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3536 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3655 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
195.4 inches
Wheelbase:
116.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
