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2021 BMW X3 vs 2021 BMW X5

Posted on July 15, 2021

BMW offers a full lineup of luxury SUVs in all size ranges to fit the needs of their customers. Filled with impressive features, built with performance engines, and designed to put passengers in the lap of luxury, BMW's SUVs offer an experience that is second to none.

Two of the most popular choices are the 2021 BMW X3 and 2021 BMW X5. Both are great options for drivers in Vancouver and across Canada, but there are several key differences between the vehicles.

2021 BMW X3

The 2021 BMW X3 is classified as a compact luxury SUV, and it focuses on the needs of five passengers instead of overextending itself with a third row. The second row is adaptable and foldable to provide additional storage space or seating arrangements as needed.

The standard model of the X3 is the xDrive30i model, which comes with a 2.0-litre I-4 engine that delivers 248 horsepower. Drivers seeking a more performance-oriented crossover can opt for the X3 M40i, which is built with a 3.0-litre inline-6 engine that delivers 382 horsepower and a 0 to 97 km/h acceleration time of 4.4 seconds. A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) version is also available for drivers in Vancouver and across Canada.

Offering uncompromising driving dynamics on any terrain, the 2021 BMW X3 represents unlimited opportunities for drivers focused on supreme comfort. Starting at $52,550, the 2021 BMW X3 offers a lot of value for the money.

2021 BMW X5

While the X3 is a compact SUV, the 2021 BMW X5 is a mid-size SUV that offers three comfortable rows of seating for up to seven passengers. It offers an excellent blend of luxury, practicality, and driving satisfaction thanks in part to its high level of customizability.

The standard model of the X5 is the xDrive40i model, which comes with a 3.0-litre TwinPower turbo six-cylinder engine. This standard engine delivers 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque that moves the X5 to 97 km/h in just 4.8 seconds. The real beauty is the available 4.4-litre TwinPower turbo six-cylinder engine that delivers 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. The X5 is also available in a PHEV model.

The 2021 BMW X5's larger body offers two extra seats and more cargo space compared to the X3, but it will cost drivers at least $77,500 for the extra luxury and power.