BMW X3 vs INFINITI FX35
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2012 INFINITI FX35
Overview
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 30 xDrive | FX35 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2012 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $51,300 | $43,700 (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 | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 23.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 303 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 262 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 67.1 cu ft (best) | 62 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,213 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,176 lbs | 4,162 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in (best) | 7.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 113.6 in (best) |
| Length | 187.2 in | 191.3 in (best) |
| Width | 75.6 in | 75.9 in (best) |
| Height | 65.4 in (best) | 65 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 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 | INFINITI FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | FX35 $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP | FX35 $45,150 MSRP |
| 3 | — | FX35 Limited Edition $52,000 MSRP |
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