BMW X3 vs Lexus RX450h+
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus RX450h+
Overview
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Lexus RX450h+450h+ Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 30 xDrive | 450h+ Premium |
| 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 | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Lexus RX450h+450h+ Premium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $51,300 (best) | $65,230 |
| 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 RX450h+450h+ Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 85 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 38 mi (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal (best) | 14.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Lexus RX450h+450h+ Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 304 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Lexus RX450h+450h+ Premium |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | 1,175 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,176 lbs (best) | 4,810 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in (best) | 8.1 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 RX450h+450h+ Premium |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RX450h+ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 450h+ Premium $65,230 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP | 450h+ Luxury $71,860 MSRP |
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