2025 BMW X1 vs. 2025 BMW X3 Review

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2025 BMW
X1

MSRP*: $41,350 to $50,800
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2025 BMW
X3

MSRP*: $49,950 to $64,700
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 33 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 - 57.2 ft3 67.1 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 393-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 255 - 393 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 4,001 - 4,850 lbs
Exterior Length 177.2 - 177.4 in 187.2 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 39.3 in
Info not available

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Convenience
With the BMW X3, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the BMW X1, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the BMW X1 is a better financial choice over the BMW X3, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X1 is much slimmer than the BMW X3, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW X1, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the BMW X3.

Handling
The BMW X1 has a smaller turning radius than the BMW X3, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X1 has a little less horsepower than the BMW X3.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the BMW X1 and the BMW X3 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X1 and the BMW X3. The BMW X1 has less cargo space than the BMW X3, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.