BMW M3 vs. Jaguar XE
When we compare the BMW M3's and the Jaguar XE's specifications and ratings, the BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Jaguar XE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW M3's and the Jaguar XE's specifications and ratings, the BMW M3 is a better car than the Jaguar XE.
BMW M3 vs. Jaguar XE Pricing
A used 2018 BMW M3 ranges from $46,860 to $70,186 while a used 2018 Jaguar XE is priced between $15,969 to $33,510.
BMW M3 vs. Jaguar XE Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M3 loses 41.1 percent of its value and the Jaguar XE loses 52.2 percent of its value. This means the BMW M3 retains 11.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jaguar XE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M3’s base engine makes 425 horsepower, and the Jaguar XE base engine makes 247 horsepower. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 395 miles. The XE is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 564 miles. This gives the Jaguar XE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M3. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the BMW M3 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Jaguar XE has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
46860 - 70186
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.410857
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15969 - 33510
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.521589
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.218848 / 10
Reliability:
7.637696 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Jaguar XE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 10Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 31Jaguar XE Rankings
Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
34 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Base, CS
Jaguar XE Trim Levels
20d, 20d Premium, 20d Prestige, 20d R-Sport, 25t, 25t Premium, 25t Prestige, 25t R-Sport, 30t Portfolio Limited Edition, 30t Premium, 30t Prestige, 30t R-Sport, 35t Portfolio Limited Edition, 35t Premium, 35t Prestige, 35t R-Sport, S
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):
Not yet available
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:
425 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.119 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
269 / 395 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):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
415 / 564 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention 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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3575 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3395 lbs
Width:
81.7 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17