BMW X3 vs Jeep Grand Cherokee

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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2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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Overview

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
Selected trim	30 xDrive	Laredo
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed automatic
Engine type	mild hybrid	gas
Model year	2026	2027

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
MSRP	$51,300	$39,520 (best)
Lowest listing price	$55,872	$18,962 (best)
Median listing price	$57,937	$43,550 (best)
Highest listing price	$60,287	$46,105 (best)
For sale now	6	17 (best)

Fuel economy & range

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
Combined MPG	29 MPG (best)	22 MPG
City MPG	27 MPG (best)	19 MPG
Highway MPG	33 MPG (best)	26 MPG
Fuel tank	17.2 gal	23 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
Horsepower	255 hp	293 hp (best)
Torque	295 lb-ft (best)	257 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L	3.6 L (best)
Cylinders	I4	V6

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	67.1 cu ft (best)	—
Towing capacity	—	3,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight	4,176 lbs (best)	4,238 lbs
Ground clearance	8.5 in (best)	8 in
Wheelbase	112.8 in	117 in (best)
Length	187.2 in	194 in (best)
Width	75.6 in	78 in (best)
Height	65.4 in	71 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
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	Jeep Grand Cherokee
1	30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)	Laredo $39,520 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP	Laredo $41,520 MSRP
3	—	Laredo Altitude $39,520 MSRP
4	—	Laredo Altitude $41,520 MSRP
5	—	Laredo X $39,520 MSRP
6	—	Laredo X $41,520 MSRP
7	—	Limited $44,960 MSRP
8	—	Limited $46,960 MSRP
9	—	Limited Reserve $46,960 MSRP
10	—	Summit 4x4 $60,900 MSRP