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Compare BMW X3 vs Porsche Macan

BMW X3
2020 BMW X3
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$41,950
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Porsche Macan
2020 Porsche Macan
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$50,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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Overview

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 23 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.8 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

BMW X3
2018-2020 BMW X3 Rear View
2018-2020 BMW X3 Infotainment System
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Porsche Macan
2019-2020 Porsche Macan Rear View Driving
2019-2020 Porsche Macan Dashboard
65
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm
273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Steering

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

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7"
18" x 9"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/60HR18
P235/60WR18
Rear Tire
P225/60HR18
P255/55WR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
27 MPG
21 MPG
City
25 MPG
19 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
23 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.5 Tons/yr
8.4 (2019) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gallons
19.8 gallons
Cruising Range City
430 miles
376.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
498.8 miles
455.4 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.9 in
184.9 in
Height
66 in
63.9 in
Max Width
74.4 in
76.2 in
Front Width
63.8 in
65.2 in
Rear Width
64.4 in
65 in
Wheelbase
112.8 in
110.5 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

Weight and Trailing

Curb Weight
4,034 lbs
4,099 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
N/A
4,409 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
62.7 ft³
52.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
28.7 ft³
17.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
28.7 ft³
17.6 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Black
  • White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Dark Olive Metallic
  • Glacier Silver Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Terra Brown Metallic
  • Carrara White Metallic
  • Dolomite Silver Metallic
  • Jet Black Metallic
  • Mamba Green Metallic
  • Night Blue Metallic
  • Sapphire Blue Metallic
  • Volcano Grey Metallic
  • Carmine Red
  • Chalk
  • Miami Blue
  • Custom Color Metallic
  • Custom Color

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige/Black, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Agate Grey, Partial Leather Seat Trim w/Alcantara
  • Black, Partial Leather Seat Trim w/Alcantara

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black w/Contrast Stiching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige/Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Cognac w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster w/Contrast Stitch, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black/Mojave Beige, Two-Tone Partial Leather Seat Trim w/Alcantara
  • Agate Grey, Leather Package Seat Trim
  • Black, Leather Package Seat Trim
  • Black/Garnet Red, Two-Tone Leather Package Seat Trim
  • Black/Garnet Red, Two-Tone Leather Package Seat Trim
  • Black/Mojave Beige, Two-Tone Leather Package Seat Trim
  • Agate Grey, Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Agate Grey/Pebble Grey, Two-Tone Leather Seat Trim
  • Black/Mojave Beige, Two-Tone Leather Seat Trim
  • Garnet Red/Black, Two-Tone Leather Seat Trim
  • Espresso, Natural Leather Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Optional
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Optional
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Optional

Comfort

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

Safety

Safety Features

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

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

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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