The X3’s natural competitor is the GLC-Class, and the BMW compares favorably.
The GLC-Class has a more graceful exterior, but we’re not as fond of the base powertrain.
The Audi Q5 has the same turbo-4 and turbo-6 options as the X3, but its interior feels darker and smaller.
The Volvo XC60 offers a plug-in powertrain and a sharp exterior, but its price rises nearly as quickly as the BMW.
The F-Pace and Velar twins have verve, but the BMW is more useful everyday.
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The 2019 BMW X3 is a versatile compact crossover that delivers on rising expectations. |
It’s easy to see why buyers increasingly pick luxury compact crossovers like the 2019 Audi Q5; it’s comfortable and quick with plenty of room. |
The 2019 Jaguar F-Pace is a balanced, desirable crossover SUV. |
The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar sets new SUV style benchmarks with its captivating body and exquisite interior. |
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class uses a plush ride and a lush cabin to captivate crossover crowds—and trumps it all with the AMG card. |
The 2019 Volvo XC60 is the full picture: advanced powertrains, gorgeous interior, subtle exterior. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $41,000 | $42,950 | $44,800 | $49,950 | $40,700 | $39,800 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy |
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| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
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| Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 4WD | N/A | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD |
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| sDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicle | Premium 45 TFSI quattro | 25t AWD | P250 | GLC 300 SUV | T5 FWD Momentum |
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| Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sports Activity Vehicle | quattro Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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