2024 BMW X3 vs. 2024 Lexus RX 350 Review

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2024 BMW
X3

MSRP*: $46,900 to $61,900
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2024 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $48,600 to $59,330
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MPG - City 21 - 23 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.7 ft3 46.2 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)
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 248 - 382 hp 275 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,494 lbs
Exterior Length 185.9 in 192.5 in
Exterior Width 74.4 - 74.7 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.4 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 38.1 - 39.5 in
Rear 28.5 - 38.6 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 Lexus RX 350, with comparable head- and legroom. 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 Lexus RX 350.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X3 as you will with the Lexus RX 350, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW X3 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus RX 350.

Dimensions
The BMW X3 is a little narrower than the Lexus RX 350, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The BMW X3 is slightly shorter than the Lexus RX 350, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW X3 has the same turning radius as the Lexus RX 350, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X3 has a little less horsepower than the Lexus RX 350.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the BMW X3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lexus RX 350.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X3 and the Lexus RX 350. With the BMW X3, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus RX 350.