2024 BMW X3 vs. 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW X3

2024 BMW
X3

MSRP*: $46,900 to $61,900
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2023 Land Rover
Discovery Sport

MSRP*: $43,300 to $48,500
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MPG - City 21 - 23 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 62.7 ft3 55.6 ft3
Engine
  • 248-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 382-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 246-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 248 - 382 hp 246 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 185.9 in 181.0 in
Exterior Width 74.4 - 74.7 in 75.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.4 in
Front 39.1 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.5 in
Rear 38.7 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

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the BMW X3 than the Land Rover Discovery Sport. The BMW X3 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Convenience
The BMW X3 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Land Rover Discovery Sport, 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 Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Dimensions
The BMW X3 is about the same width as the Land Rover Discovery Sport. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the BMW X3, which is slightly longer than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Handling
The BMW X3 has the same turning radius as the Land Rover Discovery Sport, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the BMW X3 and the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the BMW X3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Utility
The BMW X3 has less seating than the Land Rover Discovery Sport, making the Land Rover Discovery Sport the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X3 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.