The 2017 BMW X3 Versus The 2017 Audi Q5

  • The BMW X3 features more horsepower and torque than the similarly powered engine of the Audi Q5 and both models contain an eight-speed transmission and produce a comparable EPA estimated 21 city/highway miles-per-gallon.
  • Although the Audi Q5 has quite a few available or standard technological features, the one that it doesn't have is the BMW X3 model's Heads-Up Display. This projected information illuminates right on your windshield allowing you to keep your eyes on the road.
  • The Hands-Free Liftgate is an amazing feature found in the BMW X3, but not in the Audi Q5. When your hands are full it can be a pain to try to open the rear hatch, but, with the hands-free liftgate, all you need to do is simply wave your foot underneath the rear bumper and the hatch will open for you. Simple, easy, and convenient.
  • Every luxurious vehicle, like the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 seems to either include or have available heated or cooled leather seats, but only for the driver and the passenger. The BMW X3 takes it up a notch by adding the option of including heated rear seats. This gives your back seat passengers the luxury that they deserve while they are warmed from the outside in.
  • Both vehicles contain an outstanding four-year/50,000 mile basic and drivetrain warranty, a 12-year/unlimited mile corrosion warranty, and a four-year/unlimited mile roadside assistance warranty, but when it comes to maintenance the BMW X3 outshines the Audi Q5 with a three-year/36,000 mile warranty compared to the Audi's one-year/10,000 mile warranty.

The 2017 BMW X3 Versus The 2017 Volvo XC60

  • From the base model all the way up to the top trim level, the BMW X3 has a considerably lower MSRP than that of the Volvo XC60. Even though they contain mostly the same features, engine power, and miles-per-gallon, the starting MSRP for the base BMW X3 is $40,050, while the starting MSRP for the Volvo XC60 is $42,950. Although a few thousand dollars may not seem like much at the beginning, those extra months of payments at the end will make you wish you had gone with the less expensive version.
  • Fog lamps are one of those details that we don't know that we want until we need them. It's nice to know that the BMW X3 has them for you to use during those dangerous foggy mornings, but unfortunately the Volvo XC60 does not.
  • Although we have already mentioned the Hands-Free Power Liftgate before, it's pertinent to point out that the Volvo XC60 does not have one standard or available. This power liftgate is designed to make your life easier and the BMW X3 grants you the opportunity to do so.
  • Nothing is more frustrating than finding that perfect parking spot to only realize it's going to be difficult to get in and out of. The BMW X3 has an available Automatic Parking system that is built to help you enhance your parking skills. Its Surround View shows you a panoramic view of the parking space you are attempting to fit into while side cameras keep an eye out for oncoming traffic. The Volvo XC60 does not have this system available.
  • They say the devil is in the details, but, when it comes to deciding on a vehicle, the details are extremely important. Such features as the Heads-Up Display, a Hard Disk Drive Media Storage Device, and even a few more inches of passenger room, can make all the difference when it comes to creating an enjoyable driving experience. The BMW X3 includes these, or has them available, while the Volvo XC60 does not.

The BMW X3 vs. the Mercedes-Benz GLC

  • With its greater height and also its greater length, the BMW X3 offers a more substantial SUV appearance than the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
  • Enjoy the muscular physique of the BMW X3 over the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
  • According to Average Consumer Reviews on Edmunds.com, the BMW X3 scored higher than the Mercedes-Benz GLC in the areas of Reliability, Performance, Safety, Technology and Value.
  • 5-year ownership costs are lower for the BMW X3 than the more costly-to-own Mercedes-Benz GLC.
  • Enjoy more interior color options with the BMW X3 than you would with the Mercedes-Benz GLC.
  • You'll enjoy the convenience of hands-free calling with the BMW X3. The Mercedes-Benz GLC doesn't offer this feature standard.

The BMW X3 vs. the Lexus NX

  • With greater fuel capacity, the BMW X3 will go longer between necessary fill up's than the Lexus NX.
  • The BMW X3 has more horsepower and more torque than the Lexus NX.
  • The BMW X3 also features an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The Lexus NX has a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission in comparison.
  • BMW Assist is standard with the BMW X3, however the Lexus NX doesn't offer a comparable system like this as a standard feature.
  • There is more head and shoulder room in the front and rear seats of the BMW X3 than the Lexus NX.
  • The BMW X3 offers 26.3 cubic feet of cargo space versus the less spacious Lexus NX which has only 17.7 cubic feet of storage space.