Acura TSX vs BMW 320i xDrive
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 BMW 320i xDrive
Overview
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 320i xDrive |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,635 (best) | $36,900 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 15.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 180 hp |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft | 200 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft (best) | 13 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,479 lbs (best) | 3,510 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 110.6 in (best) |
| Length | 185.6 in (best) | 182.8 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 56.7 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TSX | BMW 320i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $30,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 320i xDrive $36,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $31,985 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Technology Package $33,735 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Technology Package $35,635 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,275 MSRP | — |