BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Range Rover Sport
When comparing the BMW X3's and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport'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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3's and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 is a better car than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Range Rover Sport Pricing
A used 2023 BMW X3 ranges from $43,999 to $63,839 while a used 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is priced between $99,900 to $156,412. For a new model, the BMW X3's price is between $50,197 and $68,819, with the Land Rover Range Rover Sport priced between $88,288 and $127,030.
BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport loses 48.2 percent of its value. This means the Land Rover Range Rover Sport retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X3.
BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Range Rover Sport Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport being ranked 9 out of 20 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs.
BMW X3 vs. Land Rover Range Rover Sport Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Land Rover Range Rover Sport the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport base engine makes 355 horsepower. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. The Range Rover Sport is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 619 miles.This gives the BMW X3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW X3 and Land Rover Range Rover Sport are comparable in regards to front leg room.
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:
$50,197 - $68,819
Used Asking Price:
$43,999 - $63,839
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$88,288 - $127,030
Used Asking Price:
$99,900 - $156,412
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.2%
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Land Rover Range Rover Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 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 Range Rover Sport Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 10Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 20Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
Land Rover Range Rover Sport Trim Levels
P360 SE, P400 Dynamic SE, P530 Deer Valley Edition, P530 First Edition
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:
355 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 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):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
452 / 619 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:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
31.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
118 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:
4990 lbs
Width:
87 inches
Height:
71.7 inches
Length:
194.7 inches
Wheelbase:
118 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 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:
21.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/50R21
