BMW X3 vs Saab 9-4X

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

Vehicles

2026 BMW X3

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2011 Saab 9-4X

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Overview

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Saab 9-4X3.0i
Selected trim	30 xDrive	3.0i
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine type	mild hybrid	gas
Model year	2026	2011

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Saab 9-4X3.0i
MSRP	$51,300	$33,380 (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	Saab 9-4X3.0i
Combined MPG	29 MPG (best)	20 MPG
City MPG	27 MPG (best)	18 MPG
Highway MPG	33 MPG (best)	25 MPG
Fuel tank	17.2 gal	21.1 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Saab 9-4X3.0i
Horsepower	255 hp	265 hp (best)
Torque	295 lb-ft (best)	223 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L	3 L (best)
Cylinders	I4	V6

Size & capability

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Saab 9-4X3.0i
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	5 (best)
Cargo volume	67.1 cu ft (best)	61.2 cu ft
Towing capacity	—	3,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight	4,176 lbs (best)	—
Ground clearance	8.5 in (best)	7.9 in
Wheelbase	112.8 in (best)	110.5 in
Length	187.2 in	190.1 in (best)
Width	75.6 in (best)	75 in
Height	65.4 in	66.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW X330 xDrive	Saab 9-4X3.0i
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 ★	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	Saab 9-4X
1	30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)	3.0i $33,380 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP	3.0i $35,875 MSRP
3	—	3.0i Premium $37,250 MSRP
4	—	3.0i Premium $40,245 MSRP
5	—	Aero $48,010 MSRP

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