Car Comparison: 2023 BMW X3 vs. 2023 BMW X5! (Which BMW SUV is best for you?)

[@nallis01]

Just got my wife the x5. I was looking at getting her the x3 m40i instead of the x5 or x6. We test drove all and ended up with a 2023 x5 40i with M sport package and 22" wheels. We absolutely love it and are obsessed with the B58. She had the B58 in her previous 340i. So we know how great a motor it is. The x3 m40i was quicker by far but we just couldn't get over how much cheaper it felt and it just didn't have that feel good factor when sitting in it doing regular day to day activities. Additionally, she also has a side job for decorating. So, the trunk space made a big difference. The weird trunk shape of the x6 ruled itself out for what she needs.

[@rjmjjmw]

Excellent comparison video. Taking wife to test drive both today. I own 2021 X5 and absolutely love it. Had the chance to test drive the 2024 X5 a few weeks ago and if possible, it drove even more luxuriously. My wife is wanting a smaller SUV, and drives a 2015 Lexus RX350 today. Going to be interesting to see her reaction to the 2024 X5 versus the X3. She likes driving mine, but I think she is going to love driving the 2024 model.

[@saracusenza4657]

Fabulous review!! Been looking for a thorough cross comparison!

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed!

[@natashamatlock2502]

Comfort, drive and performance is what matters w the BMW. I’m def leaning to the X5, coming from a 535i xdrive I don’t wanna loose that performance

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Very true, that's what BMW has built it's reputation on! In your case, if you've become accustomed to the performance of a 6-cylinder, you'd be best suited by either the X5 or X3 M40i. Once you have the performance, it's hard to give it up!

[@JAlfredPrufrock2012]

Very informative. Surprised that the X3 and X5 are that close in size. In person, the X3 looks noticeably smaller, but BMW did a nice job in the seat positioning.

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Glad you found the video useful! They are definitely close in size on paper, but in person, as you said, the X5 feels much bigger and more spacious.

[@aldoileanumeliber]

is that close in size!?

[@shaninesmalls4681]

Very informative. I'm in Charleston SC and will be purchasing the X5

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Thank you! Glad you found the video helpful, enjoy your new X5!

[@anthony8090]

Recently bough an X5. The X3 is nice, although I prefer the look of the Audi Q5 over it, but the X5 was just better in every way. Like this guy said, it's just nicer. It feels nicer. It rides nicer. The interior is nicer. Although it should be since it does cost more.

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Exactly. They're both very nice and premium feeling cars, but the X5 just feels a bit more solid and refined, as it should considering the price point.

[@Bimmerdude01]

My wife has the x5 and loves it. Just a great suv for a small family of 4 with the right performance. We do plan to trade it in for the 25 X5 which hopefully will get i drive 8

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Glad you're liking your X5... there's a lot to like! We expect the next version of the X5 to get iDrive 8 (in the upcoming LCI), so you're in luck there.

[@keponen331]

can you tell me the depth of the rear seat? ppl always talk leg room but a deep seat is more comfort

[@marlonperkins1497]

I have a quick question Are Screen size of radio the same size ?? I love the X5 is Great the X3 is is Grood but I don’t like how the screen on X3 is off centered like they made radio screen higher just like irritate me lol I just love how the x5 gadge and radio screen connects like all in 1

[@user-tk4hn3zw2s]

Decided in 2019 for x5 However, tested both and the room in the x5 is much more and more comfortable as maybe some data let you think It’s like temperature and wind chill / the space difference is massive and I would never go back to x3

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Exactly, the numbers may be similar, but the feel is not. Enjoy your X5!

[@louiskadetsky8842]

I'd welcome a similar X3 to X1 comparison!!

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Great suggestion, we'll put it on the list!

[@stargazer2504]

Damn... Corporal Upham still workin for the Germans..... J/K, thanks for the video and info!

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

That's a new one :) Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@squidjames7735]

X3 all the way ... for the price tag! X5 is great, but I'd settle for the cosiness of the X3. I have settled in fact.X3 also comes out higher in safety rating.

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

You're definitely not alone there, there are a lot of people for whom the X3 is the best choice!

[@kayanoreeves1949]

I came from a bigger SUV, and I love the maneuverability of my X3 when parking, reversing, making U-turns etc. I almost never have rear seat passengers, but no one has ever complained about rear seat comfort in my X3.

[@AlDo-l5x]

Same here. When we were shopping for a new vehicle end of 2022, we checked around and settled for a 2023 x3. It’s easier to maneuver, parking, and driving, and more fun, to us. It’s not too small or too big. We’ve had it for a year and a half now and have no problem with it.

[@ArdyAryan]

I have a 2015 X3, still can't decide to upgrade to a low spec X5 or High spec X3. Budget of course is the deciding factor.

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Tough choice, but you've stumbled upon the right video. All depends on your priorities.

[@ahmedtan2003]

You forgot to mention the difference in the screen size and the tailgate on the X5

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Both good points! The split tailgate specifically is a nice added benefit of the X5. For those that don't know, the X5 has a split opening tailgate. The lower 1/4 opens separately from the upper 3/4. This provides various options for opening the tailgate, as well as a place to sit in the rear of the car.

[@michaeldaniels5584]

I have a 2017 MDX SH-AWD no, and thinking of either an X5 or X3. Anybody have any comparisons from the Acura MDX to the BMW

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

We don't personally have a comparison video, but size wise the X5 is a closer match to your MDX than the X3. We think you'll find the X5 to be a nice step up in nearly every area :) Build quality, drive, performance, etc.

[@AlDo-l5x]

We don’t know much about Acura MDX to say anything about it. But, when we were looking for a vehicle, we test drive it, and went back to the BMW dealer and got a BMW X3. To us, X3 drives a lot smoother, sportier, and more responsive, and very quiet even when we do 80-90mph. Acura is Honda, so it could be very reliable and long lasting. But we love our bimmer x3. We really enjoy it every day.

[@vikramr4593]

Hi does the m sport package in X3 30i includes M sport suspension ?

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

It does not include any substantive suspension changes. For that you'll want Dynamic Handling Package.

[@d-block6136]

What didn't you compare same engine specs; would have been fair. My 2020 x3m40 has 90% features of this x5 and wins in the performance dept with ~385hp. I also get 28mpg consistently with mostly hway driving at 60mph.

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

This is a very fair question... however, we wanted to go base model vs. base model because those are the models that most people shop for. Also, dimensions, space etc. will be the same regardless of trim. That said, I do like the idea of doing a higher trim or performance lower model vs. a base, higher model. Maybe we'll try that in the future!

[@abpakdeep]

Nice!

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Thanks!

[@mrsbobbicisse]

Nice video.. I have the dark Green sparkly metallic and cognac interior X3. Bought in August and I really like it! Changed from a 2010 535i xdrive which was more powerful engine wise but was problematic with age.

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback. Congrats on your X3, glad you're enjoying it.

[@grandpa4439]

Nice video

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed.

[@CheezWhiz360]

in concrete terms, what does the X5 have thats more luxurious than the X3? The dash and seats look basically the same. Are the seats exactly the same? I thought the X3 was just a slightly mini X5. Also Im still confused at how the X3 has more legroom and headroom despite having smaller dimensions

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

The X5 has softer, plusher seats that are more comfortable. It also has a significantly more supple ride, contributing to the more luxurious feel. The steering and handling is smoother as well. There are also luxury options available on X5 that aren't available on X3 (e.g. massaging seats, multi-function seats, heated/cooled cupholders etc.). Regarding the dimensions, it's all about packaging. The X5 is larger, but it's additional size mostly contributes to increased cargo space, rather than passenger space. Additionally, the engine bay has to be able to fit a V8, which isn't available in th3 X3, so some of that additional size contributes to that as well.

[@BN-ku7br]

Can only comment on the seats, more specific the comfort seats available in the X5. They are terrific and makes the X3 and X5 very different imo. This is no competition, X5 any time imo. Just buy it and enjoy!!

[@ge69rh]

you can make a drinking game with the word significantly or substantially...😊

[@abpakdeep]

Which one would you prefer to buy Ronnie??

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Good question! I'd personally take the X5 for the 6 cylinder engine and slightly more substantial feel, which is largely a result of it's size. Although, if the X3 M40i came into question, that might change my decision a bit :)

[@abpakdeep]

@@bmwofmorristown9038 would the ride quality be stiffer in the x3 m40i and x560i compared to the x3 30i and the x5 40i? Will you loose out on comfort for the adaptive m suspension or is the standard suspension and air suspension better?

[@kacatley9258]

Novel done 👏🏾

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Thanks!

[@kaspern5607]

Great video! I’m torn between an X5 and X6…do you know when the LCI will occur on the X5/X6? Thanks again. May stop by soon

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Thank you for the positive feedback! The LCI X5/6 is expected to debut in February and go on sale as a 2024 model in the US.

[@mervdavis8985]

X5 please

[@md8744]

Tell bmw must put back seat all recline ok, not option ok, all of them must recline

[@leslie_cars]

what's the name of the colour on both cars?

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

There's a couple of cars pictured here, so: the X3 in the thumbnail is Brass Metallic Individual, the X5 in the thumbnail and showroom is Black Sapphire, the X3 in the showroom (and the one we drove) is Phytonic Blue, and the X5 in the engine clip and the one we drove is Alpine White.

[@leslie_cars]

@@bmwofmorristown9038 Thank you very much!

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

@@leslie_cars You're welcome!

[@stevebustos1056]

I don’t understand why you would not compare the same “M” models of both cars, seems like your trying to hard sell the X5

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Not at all! Just trying to show the difference between the two cars without bias. There are definitely plenty of cases where the X3 makes more sense. We would love to compare both M models, but at the time this was filmed, we didn't have an X3M or X5M in stock.

[@AntLive29]

I wish the X3 were larger. It’s just too small

[@christophermaye4469]

That’s why there’s the x5 lol

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

X5 solves that problem :)

[@kendelion]

If you want a x5 sized x3 priced vehicle then get a used older model, or get another brand you can afford with bigger space and more seating

[@AlDo-l5x]

Or X7. It’s even bigger than X5. You just can’t want the price of x1 or x3 and get a x5 or x7. To me, X5 is a little big and X7 is too much so I got a X3. Happy medium.

[@divakim206]

It doesn't even matter when the insides are all made with cheap plastics and the cooling systems are notorious for making them endless money pits. My X3 has been in the shop more than its been on the road! Talk about pissed!

[@MauriceMamba]

? How old is you’re x3.

[@divakim206]

@@MauriceMamba it's old 2005 but it was still too expensive to be made with cheap parts.

[@S.Booker]

@@divakim206 It's 17 years old. I would expect it to need maintenance.

[@divakim206]

@@S.Booker naw, too many parts inside are cheap plastic. Other who have newer bmw's say the same thing. I also have a 1998 Honda that I've had for years and only needed a clutch, brakes and a serpentine belt. The point is expensive/luxury cars shouldn't be made with cheap plastic parts especially where extremely hot coolant travels through. The engineers must have been smoking the devils lettuce. There are way too many youtubers on here with the same problems.

[@S.Booker]

@@divakim206 I agree!

[@calvinoleary]

Funny how the extreme different in price was not mentioned.

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

1:09 to 1:54 is spent entirely talking about price. We also put a large graphic on the screen at 1:34 to be as clear as possible about the price difference, which is no doubt a big consideration when choosing between these two.

[@alalarcon3157]

Over and over The same thing!!

[@johniii8147]

BMW designers have gone off track with those awful grills they are putting on cars now.

[@itzkwame]

Why would they get rid of the fog lights? Who in their right mind thought that was okay? Nice crystal lights on the front grille makes a big difference.

[@hotdude4u007]

X5 price on road after tax, service plans and additional options packages is $85k+ Do not throw money in these cars. Buy Kia and Huyndai SUV in less than half of X5 cost you will get everything

[@lindzimcolzwane6761]

Please Sir.We Are Talking About BMW's Here.

[@JBrown-go8ru]

You don’t get everything though! I test drove a Telluride, and a Palisades, before purchasing my X5. Those car aren’t even in the same league, performance wise, or when it comes to interior quality. However, there are some SUVs out there where could make a good argument, but it ain’t no KIA/Hyundai.

[@Gerrysjamz]

Nice trash bins

[@bmwofmorristown9038]

Why thank you.