BMW X3 vs Cupra Formentor Comparison

    BMW X3

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    2024 BMW
    X3
    vs
    2024 Cupra
    Formentor
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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    8.1
    8.2
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    Based on the BMW X3 sDRIVE20i
    Based on the Cupra Formentor V
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    LuxuryLuxury
    FunFun
    Fuel Efficiency
    50L - 68L
    160 to 721 km
    40L - 55L
    76 to 424 km
    ANCAP Safety Rating
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $76,600 - $178,000
    $51,990 - $67,990
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    CarExpert's Take

    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Practical, spacious interior
    • Base engine has just enough go
    • Better equipped than old-school base models
    Misses
    • It's still pricey
    • No adaptive cruise control
    • Lack of AWD undermines versatility
    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • 140kW engine packs enough punch
    • Handsome exterior, spacious cabin
    • Impressive ride and handling balance
    Misses
    • Noisy on the highway
    • Interior technology can be fiddly
    • New model coming next year

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Colours Available

    The 2023 BMW X3 is available in the following exterior paint colours, depending on the variant.

    • Alpine White
    • M Carbon Black
    • Black Sapphire
    • Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect
    • Mineral White (not available on M40i)
    • Phytonic Blue
    • M Brooklyn Grey
    • M Sao Paulo Yellow (M Competition only)
    • M Marina Bay Blue (M Competition only)
    • M Toronto Red (M Competition only)

    The Formentor is available in the following metallic finishes:

    • Nevada White
    • Magnetic Tech
    • Midnight Black
    • Asphalt Blue

    The following premium metallic finishes are a $475 option:

    • Desire Red (excludes VZx)
    • Graphene Grey
    • Dark Camouflage

    The following matte finishes are a $2300 option exclusive to the VZx:

    • Petrol Blue
    • Magnetic Tech

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO MPFITURBO DIRECT F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    1995 - 29981395 - 1984
    Size (L)
    2.0L, 3.0L2.0L, 1.4L
    Induction
    DIESEL TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 6, TURBO 6, TURBO 4TURBO 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16 - 2416
    Power
    135kW - 375kW110kW - 228kW
    Power RPM
    4000 - 59504200 - 5450
    Torque
    300Nm - 650Nm250Nm - 400Nm
    Torque RPM
    1350 - 27501500 - 2000
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    9.3 - 16.59.3 - 12.2

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