BMW X3 M40i vs. Porsche Macan GTS
In comparing the BMW X3 M40i's and the Porsche Macan GTS'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, reliability and overall quality score. The Porsche Macan GTS has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3 M40i's and the Porsche Macan GTS's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 M40i is a better car than the Porsche Macan GTS.
BMW X3 M40i vs. Porsche Macan GTS Pricing
A used 2023 BMW X3 M40i ranges from $58,973 to $70,197 while a used 2023 Porsche Macan GTS is priced between $92,824 to $106,867. For a new model, the BMW X3 M40i's price is between $64,245 and $72,342, with the Porsche Macan GTS priced between $93,166 and $112,631.
BMW X3 M40i vs. Porsche Macan GTS 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 Porsche Macan GTS loses 37 percent of its value. This means the Porsche Macan GTS retains 13.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X3 M40i.
BMW X3 M40i vs. Porsche Macan GTS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Porsche Macan's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Porsche Macan being ranked 11 out of 29. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 4 and the Porsche Macan is ranked 23. The BMW X3 is also ranked 5 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Porsche Macan is ranked 28 out of 67.
BMW X3 M40i vs. Porsche Macan GTS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Porsche Macan the reliability rating is 6.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 an advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche Macan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3 M40i’s base engine makes 382 horsepower, and the Porsche Macan GTS base engine makes 434 horsepower. The M40i is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 447 miles. The GTS is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 376 miles. This gives the BMW X3 M40i the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Porsche Macan GTS. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X3 M40i has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the BMW X3 M40i has the advantage with a 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:
$93,166 - $112,631
Used Asking Price:
$92,824 - $106,867
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
37%
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Porsche Macan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X3 Rankings
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1 out of / 27Ranking
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8 out of / 29Ranking
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22 out of / 55Ranking
23 out of / 60Ranking
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23 out of / 29Ranking
42 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 60Porsche Macan Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
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7 out of / 29Ranking
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13 out of / 25Ranking
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20 out of / 29Ranking
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37 out of / 55Ranking
44 out of / 67Ranking
45 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other BMW X3 Trim Levels
sDrive30i, xDrive30i
Other Porsche Macan Trim Levels
Base, S, T
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 / 50000 miles
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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:
434 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
405 foot-lbs @ 1900 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:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
291 / 376 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:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
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
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:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
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:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53 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:
4400 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
62.8 inches
Length:
186.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 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:
21.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40R21
