Comparing the BMW X5 and the BMW X3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X5 is available at ₹9,999,000, while the BMW X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 versus 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC + fading compensation | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
