Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. BMW X3
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz M-Class's and the BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class's and the BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ranges from $13,991 to $26,993 while a used 2015 BMW X3 is priced between $11,894 to $22,575.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the BMW X3 base engine makes 240 horsepower. The M-Class is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 590 miles. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles.This gives the BMW X3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head 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.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13991 - 26993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11894 - 22575
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Rankings
Not yet available
BMW X3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 61Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 61Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
14 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 54Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 61Ranking
22 out of / 59Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Trim Levels
ML 250 BlueTEC, ML 350, ML 350 4MATIC, ML 400, ML 63 AMG
BMW X3 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28d, xDrive28i, xDrive35i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 590 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
145.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
27.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
117.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4652 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4030 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
183.4 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R18