BMW X3 vs Lexus RX 350

BMW X3 vs Lexus RX 350: Efficiency That Excites

If you need a luxury SUV that can take you places while you leave the gas pump behind, you'll need the BMW X3. It achieves an EPA-estimated 25 city/29 highway MPG. The Lexus RX 350 only manages an EPA-estimated 20 city/27 highway MPG.

Both SUVs put plenty of power at your disposal, but you will be able to get off the starting line a bit quicker with the BMW X3. It can sprint from 0 to 60 MPH in just 6 seconds. It will take at least 7.7 seconds to reach the same speed when you hit the gas pedal in the Lexus RX 350.

These luxury SUVs are built for adventure. Whether your journey takes you out onto slick roads or out on an all-terrain path, both the X3 and RX 350 are ready to tackle any trail with their available all-wheel-drive systems.

Which SUV Is Safer: BMW X3 or Lexus RX 350?

The BMW X3 starts out strong in the safety game. It comes standard with the Active Protection System. When it detects an imminent collision, it prepares the vehicle by automatically tightening the seat belts, closing the windows, and activating post-crash braking. The Lexus RX 350 doesn't offer a similar system.

Both luxury vehicles come with a wide array of driver-assistance technology that will help inspire confidence out on the road. The BMW Active Driving Assistant and the Lexus Safety System 2.0 come with similar features including:

• Frontal Collision Warning
• Active Blind Spot Detection
• Lane Departure Warning

Are you looking to improve your parking game? Both SUVs come with sensors in the front and rear that will warn you when you get too close to potential obstacles. They also offer surround views that give you a bird's-eye view of your vehicle, so you can slide into even the tightest spots.