BMW X3 xDrive30i vs. M40i
When comparing the BMW X3 xDrive30i's and the BMW X3 M40i's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 xDrive30i 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. The BMW X3 M40i has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The BMW X3 xDrive30i and BMW X3 M40i have the same overall quality score Based on this comparison of the BMW X3 xDrive30i's and the BMW X3 M40i's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 xDrive30i is a better car than the BMW X3 M40i.
BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2023 BMW X3 xDrive30i ranges from $46,847 to $56,785 while a used 2023 BMW X3 M40i is priced between $58,973 to $70,197. For a new model, the BMW X3 xDrive30i's price is between $51,842 and $59,906, with the BMW X3 M40i priced between $64,245 and $72,342.
BMW X3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the BMW X3 xDrive30i and the BMW X3 M40i both lose 50.5 percent of their value.
BMW X3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10. BMW X3 is ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 4 and the BMW X3 is ranked com.omnisee.entity.bestcars.BestCarsQualityRanking@4a5c7f83 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The BMW X3 is also ranked 5 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X3 is ranked com.omnisee.entity.bestcars.BestCarsQualityRanking@6a3fcb56 out of 67 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
BMW X3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3 xDrive30i’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the BMW X3 M40i base engine makes 382 horsepower. The xDrive30i is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The M40i is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 447 miles. This gives the BMW X3 xDrive30i the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW X3 M40i. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings
The BMW X3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. The BMW X3 has a Top Safety Pick+ award from the IIHS.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$51,842 - $59,906
Used Asking Price:
$46,847 - $56,785
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$64,245 - $72,342
Used Asking Price:
$58,973 - $70,197
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X3 Rankings
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44 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i
Other BMW X3 Trim Levels
sDrive30i, xDrive30i
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
382 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 482 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):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 447 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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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:
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
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:
40.7 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4149 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4392 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 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:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
