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BMW X3 vs Buick Envision

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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Overview

SpecBMW X330 xDriveBuick EnvisionPreferred
Selected trim30 xDrivePreferred
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X330 xDriveBuick EnvisionPreferred
MSRP$51,300$41,000 (best)
Lowest listing price$11,795 (best)$15,485
Median listing price$56,154$43,800 (best)
Highest listing price$79,148$52,695 (best)
For sale now231 (best)218

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X330 xDriveBuick EnvisionPreferred
Combined MPG29 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank17.2 gal (best)16.1 gal

Performance

SpecBMW X330 xDriveBuick EnvisionPreferred
Horsepower255 hp (best)228 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW X330 xDriveBuick EnvisionPreferred
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume67.1 cu ft (best)52.7 cu ft
Curb weight4,176 lbs3,940 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.5 in (best)—
Wheelbase112.8 in (best)109 in
Length187.2 in (best)182.7 in
Width75.6 in (best)74.1 in
Height65.4 in (best)64.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X330 xDriveBuick EnvisionPreferred
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)21 (best)

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.

TrimBMW X3Buick Envision
1

30 xDrive

$51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Preferred

$41,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

M50 xDrive

$66,500 MSRP

Sport Touring

$43,500 MSRP

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Avenir

$50,700 MSRP

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BMW X3 vs Buick Envision FAQ

Which is better: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Buick Envision?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Buick Envision on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Buick Envision?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Buick Envision starts lower at $41,000. Live BMW X3 listings start at $11,795. Live Buick Envision listings start at $15,485.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Buick Envision?
The 2026 Buick Envision leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,000).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Buick Envision?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Buick Envision?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (393).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Buick Envision?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X3 (4/5 NHTSA overall); Buick Envision (5/5 NHTSA overall).