2024 BMW X3 vs. 2025 Buick Envista Review

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2024 BMW
X3

MSRP*: $46,900 to $61,900
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2025 Buick
Envista

MSRP*: $23,700 to $28,600
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MPG - City 21 - 23 MPG 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.7 ft3 42.0 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)
  • 137-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Flex Fuel Capability)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 248 - 382 hp 137 hp
Exterior Length 185.9 in 182.6 in
Exterior Width 74.4 - 74.7 in 71.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.4 in
Front 41.9 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.3 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
The BMW X3 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Buick Envista, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X3 and the Buick Envista.

Convenience
The BMW X3 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Buick Envista, 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 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Buick Envista, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X3 is much wider than the Buick Envista, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the BMW X3 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Buick Envista.

Handling
The BMW X3 has a larger turning radius than the Buick Envista, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X3 greatly out-muscles the Buick Envista.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X3 and the Buick Envista. With the BMW X3, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Buick Envista.