BMW X3 vs Toyota Highlander
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Highlander
Overview
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 30 xDrive | XLE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $51,300 | $45,270 (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 | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 17.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 265 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 67.1 cu ft | 84.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,225 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,176 lbs (best) | 4,376 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in (best) | 8 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 187.2 in | 194.9 in (best) |
| Width | 75.6 in | 76 in (best) |
| Height | 65.4 in | 68.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Toyota HighlanderXLE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| 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 | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | XLE $45,270 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP | XLE $47,020 MSRP |
| 3 | — | XSE $47,340 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Limited $49,725 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Limited $51,475 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Platinum $52,925 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Platinum $54,675 MSRP |
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