BMW 4 Series vs BMW X3

How does the BMW 4 Series stack up against the BMW X3? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW 4 SeriesBMW 4 Series
vs
BMW X3BMW X3
SpecBMW 4 SeriesBMW X3
Horsepower (max)593 hp463 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.4 s4.6 s
Top speed302 km/h250 km/h
Variants146
Body styleCoupeMid-size SUV
GenerationG22G45
Production2020 – present2024 – present
Length4,773 mm4,755 mm
Width1,852 mm1,920 mm
Height1,393 mm1,660 mm
Wheelbase2,851 mm2,865 mm

BMW 4 Series vs BMW X3: common questions

Is the BMW 4 Series or BMW X3 faster?
The BMW 4 Series is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.2s versus the BMW X3's 4.4s (0-100 km/h in 3.4s vs 4.6s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW 4 Series or the BMW X3?
The BMW 4 Series makes more power: 593 hp (442 kW) versus 463 hp (345 kW) for the BMW X3.
Is the BMW 4 Series or BMW X3 faster on top speed?
The BMW 4 Series has the higher top speed at 188 mph (302 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the BMW X3.
What is the main difference between the BMW 4 Series and the BMW X3?
The BMW 4 Series is a coupe, while the BMW X3 is a mid-size suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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