BMW 3 series 1999 vs BMW X3 2004

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BMW 3 series
1999 - 2003
BMW X3
2004 - 2006
Body: CoupeCrossover / SUV
Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
BMW 3 series is available with rear wheel drive, while BMW X3 can be equipped with four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.8 - 3.0 (petrol)2.0 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 116 - 231 HP150 - 231 HP
Torque: 175 - 300 NM200 - 500 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.5 - 12 seconds7.4 - 12 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.1 - 10.07.2 - 12.0
BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than BMW X3.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!

Dimensions

Length: 4.49 m4.56 m
Width: 1.76 m1.85 m
Height: 1.37 m1.67 m
BMW 3 series is smaller.
BMW 3 series is 7 cm shorter than the BMW X3, 9 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 30 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 410 litres480 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1560 litres
BMW X3 has more luggage space.
BMW 3 series has 70 litres less trunk space than the BMW X3.
Turning diameter: 10 meters12 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 2 metres less than that of the BMW X3, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`878~ 2`292
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

above average
Average price (€): 28004800
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
BMW X3 has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
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