BMW X3 vs. BMW X6
When we compare the BMW X3's and the BMW X6's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 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 BMW X6 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3's and the BMW X6's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 is a better car than the BMW X6.
BMW X3 vs. BMW X6 Pricing
A used 2024 BMW X3 ranges from $49,997 to $67,481 while a used 2024 BMW X6 is priced between $76,923 to $108,888. For a new model, the BMW X3's price is between $51,024 and $68,943, with the BMW X6 priced between $79,033 and $110,189.
BMW X3 vs. BMW X6 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value and the BMW X6 loses 50 percent of its value. This means the BMW X6 retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X3.
BMW X3 vs. BMW X6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the BMW X6's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 3 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the BMW X6 being ranked 19 out of 61. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 4 and the BMW X6 is ranked 24.
BMW X3 vs. BMW X6 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the BMW X6 the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the BMW X6 base engine makes 375 horsepower. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. The X6 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles.This gives the BMW X3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW X6 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
51024 - 68943
Used Asking Price:
49997 - 67481
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Pricing
New Asking Price:
79033 - 110189
Used Asking Price:
76923 - 108888
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.500477
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
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
3 out of / 61Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 61Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
14 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 54Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 61Ranking
22 out of / 59Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 61BMW X6 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 21Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 61Ranking
24 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 61Ranking
35 out of / 61Ranking
41 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 68Ranking
43 out of / 54Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 61Ranking
49 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
BMW X6 Trim Levels
M60i, 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:
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:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 499 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 26 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
504 / 569 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
27.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4079 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5002 lbs
Width:
87.1 inches
Height:
66.5 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 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