BMW X3 vs. GMC Terrain
When we compare the BMW X3's and the GMC Terrain's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The GMC Terrain 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 resale value. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3's and the GMC Terrain's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
BMW X3 vs. GMC Terrain Pricing
A used 2024 BMW X3 ranges from $49,997 to $67,481 while a used 2024 GMC Terrain is priced between $28,996 to $43,425. For a new model, the BMW X3's price is between $51,024 and $68,943, with the GMC Terrain priced between $30,092 and $43,730.
BMW X3 vs. GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain loses 47.2 percent of its value. This means the GMC Terrain retains 3.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X3.
BMW X3 vs. GMC Terrain Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the GMC Terrain'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 GMC Terrain being ranked 10 out of 19 Best Small SUVs.
BMW X3 vs. GMC Terrain Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the GMC Terrain the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Terrain.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the GMC Terrain base engine makes 175 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW X3 and GMC Terrain are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the BMW X3 and the GMC Terrain have the same average safety rating of 5 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:
30092 - 43730
Used Asking Price:
28996 - 43425
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.471749
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Terrain Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.166666 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X3 Rankings
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23 out of / 61GMC Terrain Rankings
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52 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
GMC Terrain Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, SLE, SLT
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 / 60000 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):
5 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:
175 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
203 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 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:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
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:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
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:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
29.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
132.8 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:
3419 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17