BMW X3 vs. Chevrolet Tahoe
In comparing the BMW X3's and the Chevrolet Tahoe's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and overall quality score. The Chevrolet Tahoe has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3's and the Chevrolet Tahoe's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Tahoe is a better car than the BMW X3.
BMW X3 vs. Chevrolet Tahoe Pricing
For a new model, the BMW X3's price is between $51,024 and $68,943, with the Chevrolet Tahoe priced between $61,684 and $87,803.
BMW X3 vs. Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Tahoe retains 9.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X3.
BMW X3 vs. Chevrolet Tahoe Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Tahoe's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Chevrolet Tahoe being ranked 4 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
BMW X3 vs. Chevrolet Tahoe Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Tahoe the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Tahoe a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Tahoe base engine makes 355 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the BMW X3 has higher safety ratings than the Chevrolet Tahoe, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
51024 - 68943
Used Asking Price:
49997 - 67481
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Pricing
New Asking Price:
61684 - 87803
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.41117
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Tahoe Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2278 / 10
Reliability:
8.883401 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X3 Rankings
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23 out of / 61Chevrolet Tahoe Rankings
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20 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
Chevrolet Tahoe Trim Levels
Fleet, High Country, LS, LT, Police, Premier, RST, Special Service, Z71
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 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):
4 out of 5 Stars
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:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
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:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet 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
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:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
70.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
125.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
193.5 cubic feet
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:
5542 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
210.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 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 steel
Tire Size:
275/55R20