BMW X3 xDrive40d
Suv · Diesel · AWD
vs
BMW iX3 xDrive30
Suv · Electric · AWD
BMW X3 xDrive40d
Car A
BMW X3 xDrive40d
A quick, efficient-for-its-class diesel AWD SUV that fits growing families and road trips, combining 313 hp/630 Nm, a 5.5 s 0–100 km/h, and a useful 550‑liter boot. Best for buyers seeking confident overtakes and all‑weather traction without giving up everyday practicality.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety6.5 L/100km313 hpAWD
BMW iX3 xDrive30
Car B
BMW iX3 xDrive30
The BMW iX3 xDrive30 is an electric AWD SUV that blends a usable 460 km range with five-seat practicality and 6.8 s acceleration for road trips and everyday use. It leans toward all-weather confidence and family convenience rather than outright performance or maximum cargo space.
5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safetyAWDElectric
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 74 / 64
City 32 / 63
Budget / value 52 / 45
Road trip 70 / 68
Performance 36 / 33
Cargo 38 / 36
Practical 55 / 47
Premium 60 / 53
Winter 80 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X3 xDrive40d · Orange = BMW iX3 xDrive30

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X3 xDrive40d BMW iX3 xDrive30
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Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive40d

  • Strong diesel punch and a quick 0–100 km/h (5.5 s) for confident overtakes and merging
  • AWD traction supports winter driving and mixed-weather travel
  • Family-ready space: 5 seats and a 550‑liter boot for strollers and luggage
  • Efficient for its class (6.5 combined) and good value in its segment around 60,000

BMW iX3 xDrive30

  • AWD traction for winter and mixed conditions
  • 460 km range helps on longer road trips
  • Five seats and a 510 L trunk suit growing families
  • 6.8 s 0–100 km/h enables confident passing

Verdict

Pick BMW X3 xDrive40d if…
Best fuel economy
BMW X3 xDrive40d uses 6.5 L/100km vs 18.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick BMW iX3 xDrive30 if…
Performance & capability
BMW iX3 xDrive30 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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