BMW X3 vs Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT

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

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2026 BMW X3

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2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT

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Overview

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS
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	4-speed automatic
Engine type	mild hybrid	gas
Model year	2026	2006

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS
MSRP	$51,300	$25,880 (best)
Lowest listing price	$55,872 (best)	—
Median listing price	$57,937 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$60,287 (best)	—
For sale now	6 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS
Combined MPG	29 MPG (best)	15 MPG
City MPG	27 MPG (best)	14 MPG
Highway MPG	33 MPG (best)	19 MPG
Fuel tank	17.2 gal	25 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS
Horsepower	255 hp	291 hp (best)
Torque	295 lb-ft (best)	277 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L	4.2 L (best)
Cylinders	I4	I6

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS
Seating	5 seats	7 seats (best)
Doors	4	5 (best)
Cargo volume	67.1 cu ft	107.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity	—	6,800 lbs (best)
Payload	—	1,429 lbs (best)
Curb weight	4,176 lbs (best)	4,771 lbs
Ground clearance	8.5 in (best)	8.1 in
Wheelbase	112.8 in	129 in (best)
Length	187.2 in	207.8 in (best)
Width	75.6 in (best)	74.7 in
Height	65.4 in	75.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS
NHTSA overall	4 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (driver)	4 / 5 ★	4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)	4 / 5 ★	4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side pole	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Rollover	4 / 5 ★	4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)	1	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 Trailblazer EXT
1	30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)	LS $25,880 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP	LS $28,130 MSRP
3	—	LT $27,980 MSRP
4	—	LT $30,230 MSRP

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