BMW X3 M vs. BMW X5 M
When comparing the BMW X3 M's and the BMW X5 M's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 M has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and resale value. The BMW X5 M has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3 M's and the BMW X5 M's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 M is a better car than the BMW X5 M.
BMW X3 M vs. BMW X5 M Pricing
For a new model, the BMW X3 M's price is between $83,670 and $92,982, with the BMW X5 M priced between $128,717 and $140,638.
BMW X3 M vs. BMW X5 M Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X3 M loses 47.9 percent of its value and the BMW X5 M loses 53.1 percent of its value. This means the BMW X3 M retains 5.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X5 M.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3 M’s base engine makes 473 horsepower, and the BMW X5 M base engine makes 617 horsepower. The X3 M is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 344 miles. The X5 M is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles.This gives the BMW X3 M the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW X5 M the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW X3 M and BMW X5 M are comparable in regards to front head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
83670 - 92982
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.478966
Pricing
New Asking Price:
128717 - 140638
Used Asking Price:
119982 - 137147
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.531031
BMW X3 M Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 M Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X3 M Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
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8 out of / 61Ranking
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11 out of / 68Ranking
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18 out of / 61Ranking
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24 out of / 61Ranking
26 out of / 27Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 61Ranking
44 out of / 54Ranking
50 out of / 59BMW X5 M Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
3 out of / 61Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
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8 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 61Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 21Ranking
16 out of / 68Ranking
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20 out of / 61Ranking
24 out of / 61Ranking
25 out of / 68Ranking
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51 out of / 54Ranking
52 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 61Ranking
57 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X3 M Trim Levels
Base
BMW X5 M Trim Levels
Competition
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
473 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
457 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.113 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
258 / 344 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 394 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
N/A
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:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4610 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
65.6 inches
Length:
186 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5455 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
295/35R21