BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Discovery
When comparing the BMW X3's and the Land Rover Discovery'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, resale value and overall quality score. The Land Rover Discovery has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3's and the Land Rover Discovery's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 is a better car than the Land Rover Discovery.
BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Discovery Pricing
A used 2023 BMW X3 ranges from $44,200 to $63,987 while a used 2023 Land Rover Discovery is priced between $60,008 to $83,797. For a new model, the BMW X3's price is between $50,193 and $68,828, with the Land Rover Discovery priced between $65,766 and $87,474.
BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery loses 50.7 percent of its value. This means the BMW X3 retains 0.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Land Rover Discovery.
BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Discovery Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Land Rover Discovery's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 5 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Land Rover Discovery being ranked 24 out of 67.
BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Discovery Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Land Rover Discovery the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Land Rover Discovery.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Land Rover Discovery base engine makes 296 horsepower. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. The Discovery is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles.This gives the BMW X3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Land Rover Discovery 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. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the BMW X3 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$50,193 - $68,828
Used Asking Price:
$44,200 - $63,987
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$65,766 - $87,474
Used Asking Price:
$60,008 - $83,797
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.7%
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Land Rover Discovery Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 60Ranking
42 out of / 67Land Rover Discovery Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
16 out of / 32Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 32Ranking
26 out of / 67Ranking
31 out of / 32Ranking
42 out of / 60Ranking
43 out of / 67Ranking
52 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
Land Rover Discovery Trim Levels
P300 S, P300 S R-Dynamic, P360 HSE R-Dynamic, P360 Metropolitan Edition, P360 S R-Dynamic
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:
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:
296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 22 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
452 / 524 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:
Standard
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:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
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 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Cargo Space:
9.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.3 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:
4865 lbs
Width:
87.4 inches
Height:
74.3 inches
Length:
195.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
11.1 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 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R20
