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BMW X3 vs Lexus RX350

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

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2026 Lexus RX350

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Overview

SpecBMW X330 xDriveLexus RX350350
Selected trim30 xDrive350
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X330 xDriveLexus RX350350
MSRP$51,300$51,225 (best)
Lowest listing price$11,795 (best)—
Median listing price$56,154 (best)—
Highest listing price$79,148 (best)—
For sale now231 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X330 xDriveLexus RX350350
Combined MPG29 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)29 MPG
Fuel tank17.2 gal17.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW X330 xDriveLexus RX350350
Horsepower255 hp275 hp (best)
Torque295 lb-ft317 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW X330 xDriveLexus RX350350
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume67.1 cu ft (best)46.2 cu ft
Towing capacity—3,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,176 lbs4,155 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.5 in (best)8.2 in
Wheelbase112.8 in (best)112.2 in
Length187.2 in192.5 in (best)
Width75.6 in75.6 in
Height65.4 in67.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X330 xDriveLexus RX350350
NHTSA overall4 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None 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.

TrimBMW X3Lexus RX350
1

30 xDrive

$51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

350

$51,225 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

M50 xDrive

$66,500 MSRP

350

$52,825 MSRP

3—

350 Premium

$53,400 MSRP

4—

350 Premium

$55,000 MSRP

5—

350 F SPORT Design

$55,730 MSRP

6—

350 F SPORT Design

$57,330 MSRP

7—

350 Premium Plus

$56,890 MSRP

8—

350 Premium Plus

$58,490 MSRP

9—

350 F SPORT Handling

$60,000 MSRP

10—

350 Luxury

$61,945 MSRP

11—

350 Luxury

$63,545 MSRP

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BMW X3 vs Lexus RX350 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Lexus RX350 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 Lexus RX350?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lexus RX350 starts lower at $51,225. Live BMW X3 listings start at $11,795.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2026 Lexus RX350 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (51,225).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (393).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2026 Lexus RX350 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Lexus RX350?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X3 (4/5 NHTSA overall).