2025 BMW X3 vs. 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Review

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2025 BMW
X3

MSRP*: $49,950 to $64,700
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2025 Jeep
Grand Cherokee L

MSRP*: $39,035 to $60,560
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MPG - City 25 - 27 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 67.1 ft3 84.6 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)
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 - 393 hp 293 hp
Towing Capacity 4,001 - 4,850 lbs 6,200 lbs
Exterior Length 187.2 in 204.9 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Info not available Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.9 in

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Comparison Review

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X3 as you will with the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

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

Handling
The BMW X3 has the same turning radius as the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

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

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the BMW X3 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

Utility
The BMW X3 has less seating than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, making the Jeep Grand Cherokee L the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X3 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.