BMW X3 M40i vs. BMW X5 M50i
When we compare the BMW X3 M40i's and the BMW X5 M50i's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 M40i has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The BMW X5 M50i has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3 M40i's and the BMW X5 M50i's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 M40i is a better car than the BMW X5 M50i.
BMW X3 M40i vs. BMW X5 M50i Pricing
A used 2023 BMW X3 M40i ranges from $58,973 to $70,197 while a used 2023 BMW X5 M50i is priced between $81,995 to $97,576. For a new model, the BMW X3 M40i's price is between $64,245 and $72,342, with the BMW X5 M50i priced between $89,965 and $104,184.
BMW X3 M40i vs. BMW X5 M50i Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X3 M40i loses 50.5 percent of its value and the BMW X5 M50i loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the BMW X3 M40i retains 3.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X5 M50i.
BMW X3 M40i vs. BMW X5 M50i Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the BMW X5's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 4 out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the BMW X5 being ranked 16 out of 60. Out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 5 and the BMW X5 is ranked 20.
BMW X3 M40i vs. BMW X5 M50i Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the BMW X5 the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW X5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3 M40i’s base engine makes 382 horsepower, and the BMW X5 M50i base engine makes 523 horsepower. The M40i is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 447 miles. The M50i is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles.This gives the BMW X3 M40i the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW X5 M50i the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the BMW X3 M40i has higher safety ratings than the BMW X5 M50i, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the BMW X3 M40i has the better rating with a Top Safety Pick+ award compared to the BMW X5 M50i’s Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$64,245 - $72,342
Used Asking Price:
$58,973 - $70,197
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$89,965 - $104,184
Used Asking Price:
$81,995 - $97,576
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
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 / 60BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 60Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 60Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 32Ranking
21 out of / 32Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 60Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
42 out of / 55Ranking
48 out of / 60Ranking
55 out of / 60Ranking
58 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other BMW X3 Trim Levels
sDrive30i, xDrive30i
Other BMW X5 Trim Levels
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
382 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
523 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.099 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):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 447 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 482 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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
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
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 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:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 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:
4392 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5260 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20
