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BMW X3
2023 BMW X3
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$46,200
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV
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TBC
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

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2022-2023 BMW X3 Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
258 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,079 lbs
3,977 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
3,500 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
25 MPG
24 MPG
City
23 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.1 Tons/yr
7.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
395.6 miles
365.4 miles
Cruising Range Highway
498.8 miles
487.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.9 in
185.7 in
Height
66 in
64.7 in
Max Width
74.4 in
74.4 in
Front Width
63.8 in
64.1 in
Rear Width
64.4 in
64.6 in
Wheelbase
112.8 in
113.7 in
Ground Clearance
7.2 in
5.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.3 in
N/A
Front Seat Headroom
41.1 in
N/A
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.4 in
N/A
Rear Seat Headroom
39.1 in
N/A
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
N/A
21.8 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
62.7 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
28.7 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
28.7 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
39.4 ft
35.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 7.5"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 7.5"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/50HR19
P235/60HR18
Rear Tire
P245/50HR19
P235/60HR18

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Black
  • Polar White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Skyscraper Gray Metallic
  • Aventurin Red Metallic, Priority 1
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1
  • Cirrus Silver Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • Starling Blue Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Diamond White Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Selenite Grey Magno

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Perforated SensaTec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige, Perforated SensaTec Upholstery
  • Cognac, Perforated SensaTec Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Perforated SensaTec Upholstery
  • AMG Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Cranberry Red/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • AMG Saddle Brown, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Magma Grey/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery
  • Silk Beige/Black, MB-Tex Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Cognac w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Black, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Cranberry Red/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • AMG Saddle Brown, Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Silk Beige/Black, Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Optional
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Optional
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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