BMW X3 vs Lincoln MKC

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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2019 Lincoln MKC

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Overview

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lincoln MKCBase
Selected trim	30 xDrive	Base
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine type	mild hybrid	gas
Model year	2026	2019

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lincoln MKCBase
MSRP	$51,300	$33,995 (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	Lincoln MKCBase
Combined MPG	29 MPG (best)	23 MPG
City MPG	27 MPG (best)	20 MPG
Highway MPG	33 MPG (best)	27 MPG
Fuel tank	17.2 gal (best)	15.7 gal

Performance

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lincoln MKCBase
Horsepower	255 hp (best)	245 hp
Torque	295 lb-ft (best)	275 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L	2 L
Cylinders	I4	I4

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lincoln MKCBase
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	5 (best)
Cargo volume	67.1 cu ft (best)	53.1 cu ft
Towing capacity	—	3,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight	4,176 lbs	3,811 lbs (best)
Ground clearance	8.5 in (best)	—
Wheelbase	112.8 in (best)	105.9 in
Length	187.2 in (best)	179.2 in
Width	75.6 in (best)	73.4 in
Height	65.4 in (best)	65.2 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Lincoln MKCBase
NHTSA overall	4 / 5 ★	4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)	4 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)	4 / 5 ★	4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★
Side pole	5 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★	4 / 5 ★
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	Lincoln MKC
1	30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)	Base $33,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP	Base $36,405 MSRP
3	—	Select $36,750 MSRP
4	—	Select $39,160 MSRP
5	—	Reserve $40,625 MSRP
6	—	Reserve $43,035 MSRP
7	—	Black Label $47,200 MSRP
8	—	Black Label $49,610 MSRP

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