BMW X3 vs Lexus ES
Should you buy BMW X3 or Lexus ES? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW X3 price starts at Rs 75.80 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive 20 M Sport (Petrol) and Lexus ES price starts Rs 64 Lakh ex-showroom for 300h Exquisite (Petrol). X3 has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while ES has 2487 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X3 has a mileage of 17.86 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the ES has a mileage of 18 kmpl (Petrol top model).
X3 Vs ES
| Key Highlights | BMW X3 | Lexus ES |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.87,35,326* | Rs.80,34,703* |
| Mileage (city) | - | 18 kmpl |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1998 | 2487 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
BMW X3 vs Lexus ES comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.87,35,326* | Rs.80,34,703* | Rs.1,01,25,086* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,66,257/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,52,942/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,92,709/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.3,21,526 | Rs.2,98,003 | Rs.3,68,186 |
| User Rating | Based on 3 Reviews | Based on 73 Reviews | Based on 109 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | 2-litre turbo-petrol | 2AR-FXE | TD4 Engine |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1998 | 2487 | 1997 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 187bhp@5000rpm | 175.67bhp@5700rpm | 246.74bhp@5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | - | 18 | 9.2 |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | - | 22.5 | 13.1 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 13.38 | - | - |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | Air suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension | - |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Air suspension | Double wishbone suspension | - |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled.✕ | - | gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar | - |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric | Electric |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | - | 4975 | 4797 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | - | 1865 | 2147 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | - | 1445 | 1678 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | - | - | 156 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | 3 Zone | 3 Zone | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Trunk Opener A feature to open the trunk remotely for convenience. Useful when your hands are full, and you need to access the trunk without manually unlocking or lifting it.✕ | - | - | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | - | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | No | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Brooklyn Grey Metallic Alpine White Individual Tanzanite Blue Creamy White Black Sapphire Metallic X3 Colours | Sonic Iridium Sonic Titanium Deep Blue Mica Graphite Black Glass Flake Sonic Quartz +1 MoreES Colours | Cyan Varesine Blue Santorini Black Fuji White Zadar Grey Range Rover Velar Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Car Key | Yes | - | - |
| Live Weather | Yes | - | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
| USB And Auxiliary Input A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers.✕ | - | - | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
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BMW X3
- New refreshed looks but still as good looking as ever
- Interiors have received a complete refresh and look very premium and youthful
- Large 14-inch touch screen, 15-speaker sound, and three zone climate control are some of the highlights
- Multiple airbags, ADAS and 360 degree camera are part of a strong safety suite
- Diesel and petrol engine options too
Lexus ES
- Its drop dead gorgeous.
- Much improved interior.
- Boot space (for a hybrid).
- Not boring to drive (for a CVT).
- Quiet cabin.
BMW X3
- Youthful interiors may not appeal to the old school enthusiast
Lexus ES
- Lack of headroom for tall passengers.
- Touch screen interface is confusing.
- No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
- Still priced a little high.
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