2024 BMW X3 vs. 2024 Lincoln Navigator Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW X3

2024 BMW
X3

MSRP*: $46,900 to $61,900
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Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Navigator

2024 Lincoln
Navigator

MSRP*: $83,265 to $111,095
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MPG - City 21 - 23 MPG 16 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 8 seats
Cargo Space 62.7 ft3 103.4 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)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 248 - 382 hp 440 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 6,200 - 8,300 lbs
Exterior Length 185.9 in 210.0 in
Exterior Width 74.4 - 74.7 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.4 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 42.6 in
Head Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 41.8 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

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lincoln Navigator than in the BMW X3, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lincoln Navigator will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the BMW X3.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X3 as you will with the Lincoln Navigator, 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). Clearly, the BMW X3 is a better financial choice over the Lincoln Navigator, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X3 is much slimmer than the Lincoln Navigator, 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 Lincoln Navigator.

Handling
The BMW X3 has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Lincoln Navigator, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X3 has a lot less horsepower than the Lincoln Navigator.

Powertrain
The BMW X3 has much lower torque than the Lincoln Navigator, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the BMW X3 seats a lot fewer people than the Lincoln Navigator. The BMW X3 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Lincoln Navigator.