BMW X3 vs Mercury Mountaineer
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Mercury Mountaineer
Overview
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Mercury MountaineerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 30 xDrive | Base |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Mercury MountaineerBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $51,300 | $29,480 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $55,522 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $60,087 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $74,872 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 7 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Mercury MountaineerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 22.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Mercury MountaineerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 210 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 254 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Mercury MountaineerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 67.1 cu ft | 85.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,305 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,440 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,176 lbs (best) | 4,525 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in (best) | 8.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 113.7 in (best) |
| Length | 187.2 in | 193.5 in (best) |
| Width | 75.6 in (best) | 73.7 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 71.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Mercury MountaineerBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 1 (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 | Mercury Mountaineer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $29,480 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP | Base $31,800 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Premier $34,860 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Premier $37,180 MSRP |
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BMW X3 vs Mercury Mountaineer FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW X3 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X3 vs 2010 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Mercury Mountaineer starts lower at $29,480. Live BMW X3 listings start at $55,522.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X3 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
- The 2010 Mercury Mountaineer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,480).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X3 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
- The 2026 BMW X3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X3 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
- The 2026 BMW X3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (393).
- Which has better seats: 2026 BMW X3 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
- The 2010 Mercury Mountaineer leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X3 or 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
- The 2010 Mercury Mountaineer leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,305).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X3 vs 2010 Mercury Mountaineer?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X3 (4/5 NHTSA overall).