BMW X3 vs Lexus RX350h

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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2026 Lexus RX350h

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Overview

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lexus RX350h350h
Selected trim	30 xDrive	350h
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Engine type	mild hybrid	hybrid
Model year	2026	2026

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lexus RX350h350h
MSRP	$51,300 (best)	$52,025
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	Lexus RX350h350h
Combined MPG	29 MPG	36 MPG (best)
City MPG	27 MPG	37 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	33 MPG	34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	17.2 gal	17.2 gal

Performance

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lexus RX350h350h
Horsepower	255 hp (best)	246 hp
Torque	295 lb-ft (best)	233 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L	2.5 L (best)
Cylinders	I4	I4

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lexus RX350h350h
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	67.1 cu ft (best)	46.2 cu ft
Towing capacity	—	3,500 lbs (best)
Payload	—	1,110 lbs (best)
Curb weight	4,176 lbs (best)	4,480 lbs
Ground clearance	8.5 in (best)	8.2 in
Wheelbase	112.8 in (best)	112.2 in
Length	187.2 in	192.5 in (best)
Width	75.6 in	75.6 in
Height	65.4 in	67.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lexus RX350h350h
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	Lexus RX350h
1	30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)	350h $52,025 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP	350h Premium $54,200 MSRP
3	—	350h F SPORT Design $56,530 MSRP
4	—	350h Premium Plus $57,690 MSRP
5	—	350h Luxury $62,745 MSRP

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