2025 BMW X3 vs. 2025 Honda Passport Review

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2025 BMW
X3

MSRP*: $49,950 to $64,700
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2025 Honda
Passport

MSRP*: $42,400 to $48,470
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MPG - City 25 - 27 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 67.1 ft3 100.7 - 100.8 ft3
Engine
  • 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)
  • 280-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 - 393 hp 280 hp
Towing Capacity 4,001 - 4,850 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 187.2 in 189.1 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 78.6 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Info not available Front 39.5 in
Rear 40.0 in

*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
The BMW X3 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Honda Passport, making it more convenient to drive.

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). The BMW X3 is somewhat more expensive than the Honda Passport.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X3 is much slimmer than the Honda Passport, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the BMW X3 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Honda Passport.

Handling
The BMW X3 has the same turning radius as the Honda Passport, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Honda Passport is clearly the choice over the BMW X3 for pulling heavy loads. The BMW X3 has a little less horsepower than the Honda Passport.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the BMW X3 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Honda Passport.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X3 and the Honda Passport. The BMW X3 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Honda Passport.