BMW X3 vs Chevrolet Suburban
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Chevrolet Suburban
Overview
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Chevrolet SuburbanLS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 30 xDrive | LS |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Chevrolet SuburbanLS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $51,300 (best) | $64,200 |
| Lowest listing price | $11,795 (best) | $13,364 |
| Median listing price | $56,154 (best) | $69,799 |
| Highest listing price | $79,148 (best) | $102,525 |
| For sale now | 231 (best) | 123 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Chevrolet SuburbanLS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 28 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Chevrolet SuburbanLS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 355 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 5.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Chevrolet SuburbanLS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 67.1 cu ft | 144.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 8,200 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,750 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,176 lbs (best) | 5,680 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 134.1 in (best) |
| Length | 187.2 in | 226.3 in (best) |
| Width | 75.6 in | 81 in (best) |
| Height | 65.4 in | 75.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Chevrolet SuburbanLS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (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.
| Trim | BMW X3 | Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LS $64,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP | LS $67,200 MSRP |
| 3 | — | LT $67,200 MSRP |
| 4 | — | LT $70,200 MSRP |
| 5 | — | RST $72,600 MSRP |
| 6 | — | RST $75,600 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Z71 $74,200 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Premier $79,100 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Premier $82,100 MSRP |
| 10 | — | High Country $87,200 MSRP |
Live inventory
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BMW X3 vs Chevrolet Suburban FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW X3 or 2027 Chevrolet Suburban?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X3 vs 2027 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2027 Chevrolet Suburban?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW X3 starts lower at $51,300. Live BMW X3 listings start at $11,795. Live Chevrolet Suburban listings start at $13,364.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X3 or 2027 Chevrolet Suburban?
- The 2026 BMW X3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (51,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X3 or 2027 Chevrolet Suburban?
- The 2026 BMW X3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X3 or 2027 Chevrolet Suburban?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Suburban leads on horsepower in this comparison (420).
- Which has better seats: 2026 BMW X3 or 2027 Chevrolet Suburban?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Suburban leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X3 or 2027 Chevrolet Suburban?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Suburban leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,200).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X3 vs 2027 Chevrolet Suburban?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X3 (4/5 NHTSA overall).