BMW X3 VS. THE COMPETITION
Vehicle Comparison
| Features | BMW X3 | Audi Q5 | Lincoln Corsair | Mercedes-Benz GLC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Engine Output | 255 hp @ 295 lb-ft (Turbo 4-Cylinder) | 268 hp @ 295 lb-ft (Turbo V6) | 250 hp (Turbo 4-Cylinder / Base) | 255 hp @ 295 lb-ft (Turbo 4-Cylinder) |
| Max Available Power | 393 hp @ 428 lb-ft (M50 xDrive - Turbo I6) | 268 hp (Single engine offering) | 266 hp (Optional Hybrid setup) | 416 hp @ 369 lb-ft (AMG - Turbo 4-Cylinder) |
| 0-60 mph Sprint (Fastest) | 4.0 seconds (X3 M50 xDrive) | - | - | 4.7 seconds (AMG GLC 43) |
| Cargo Capacity (Behind Rear Seats) | 31.5 cu. ft. (Class-leading) | 27.6 cu. ft. | 27.6 cu. ft. | 21.9 cu. ft. |
| Max Cargo Capacity (Seats Folded) | 67.1 cu. ft. (Class-leading) | 56.9 cu. ft. | 57.6 cu. ft. | 56.3 cu. ft. |
| Infotainment Touchscreen Size | 14.9-inch (Curved Display / OS 9) | 14.5-inch (Curved Display) | 13.2-inch | 11.9-inch |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 12.3-inch | 11.9-inch | 12.3-inch | 12.3-inch |
| Wireless Charging Pad | Standard | Available | Available | Available |
| Over-The-Air (OTA) Updates | Standard (Via Operating System 9) | Available | Available | Available |
BMW X3 Comparison
BMW X3 vs. the Competition: Which Compact Luxury SUV Rises to the Top?
Compact luxury SUVs offer the comfort and refinement you desire in a vehicle that's easy to park and maneuver in the city. The new BMW X3 is one of the finest luxury crossovers on the road, with swift acceleration, nimble handling, and a spacious, opulent interior. Other compact luxury SUVs like the Audi Q5, Lincoln Corsair, and Mercedes-Benz GLC are also plush vehicles, but they can't match the X3's all-around excellence. At Valley Auto World BMW in Fayetteville, NC, we proudly offer the X3 in our new inventory, and we're pleased to compare it against other SUVs in its class to aid with your decision.
Performance
Whether you're commuting in Fayetteville, NC or going on a road trip, you'll want an SUV with plenty of power for passing or merging onto highways. The BMW X3 comes standard with a turbocharged 255-horsepower four-cylinder engine generating 295 pound-feet of torque. An available turbocharged six-cylinder engine in X3 M50 xDrive models produces 393 horsepower and 428 pound-feet of torque. When properly equipped, the X3 can rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 4 seconds.
The Audi Q5's lone engine offering makes 268 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. The Lincoln Corsair gives you a choice of two engines, but the base powertrain only puts out 250 horsepower, and the optional hybrid setup generates just 266 horsepower. The Mercedes-Benz GLC's base engine delivers 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. A 416-horsepower four-cylinder engine is available, but it produces only 369 pound-feet of torque. It takes 4.7 seconds for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 to reach 60 mph from a standstill.
Space
A luxury SUV should be comfortable for the whole family, while also providing ample space to store luggage or shopping bags. The BMW X3 offers class-leading legroom and cargo volume. Fayetteville, NC drivers can store all their road trip necessities in the X3, which has 31.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and 67.1 cubic feet of room with the second row folded.
The Audi Q5 has just 27.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back seats and 56.9 with them folded. The Lincoln Corsair provides 27.6 cubic feet of space behind the rear row of seats and 57.6 cubic feet with them down. The Mercedes-Benz GLC offers 21.9 cubic feet of storage space with the rear seats up and 56.3 cubic feet with them folded.
Technology
BMW has long been a leader in automotive technology, and the X3 continues that tradition. Its BMW Operating System 9 has over-the-air (OTA) updates and a digital assistant. Its single, curved display houses a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel with crisp graphics and quick responses. Along with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, the X3 also comes with a navigation system and a wireless device charging pad.
The Audi Q5 also has a curved display, but its infotainment touchscreen is just 14.5 inches long and its digital instrument cluster is only 11.9-inches. The Lincoln Corsair comes with a 13.2-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. The Mercedes-Benz GLC's infotainment touchscreen is just 11.9-inches long and it pairs with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
Test Drive a New BMW X3 at Valley Auto World BMW
The new BMW X3 stands atop the compact luxury SUV segment with unequaled performance, cabin space, and technology. It also has agile handling and a smooth ride quality. Fayetteville, NC customers will appreciate its wealth of standard advanced active safety features. The X3's rewarding combination of athleticism, comfort, and innovation put it a step ahead of the competition.
Browse the full selection of new BMW models from Valley Auto World BMW online to find your ideal X3. Then, contact us to schedule your test drive and experience BMW power and opulence for yourself.
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