BMW 3 Series vs BMW X7

How does the BMW 3 Series stack up against the BMW X7? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW 3 SeriesBMW 3 Series
vs
BMW X7BMW X7
SpecBMW 3 SeriesBMW X7
Horsepower (max)550 hp375 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.4 s5.8 s
Top speed302 km/h210 km/h
Variants81
Body styleSedanFull-size SUV
GenerationG20G07
Production2019 – present2019 – present
Length4,713 mm5,172 mm
Width1,827 mm2,000 mm
Height1,435 mm1,835 mm
Wheelbase2,851 mm3,105 mm

BMW 3 Series vs BMW X7: common questions

Is the BMW 3 Series or BMW X7 faster?
The BMW 3 Series is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.2s versus the BMW X7's 5.5s (0-100 km/h in 3.4s vs 5.8s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW 3 Series or the BMW X7?
The BMW 3 Series makes more power: 550 hp (410 kW) versus 375 hp (280 kW) for the BMW X7.
Is the BMW 3 Series or BMW X7 faster on top speed?
The BMW 3 Series has the higher top speed at 188 mph (302 km/h), versus 130 mph (210 km/h) for the BMW X7.
What is the main difference between the BMW 3 Series and the BMW X7?
The BMW 3 Series is a sedan, while the BMW X7 is a full-size suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.