Compare 2025 BMW X1 vs 2025 BMW X3

2025 BMW X1 vs 2025 BMW X3

Serving Elmhurst, IL

The 2025 BMW X1 is the smallest crossover SUV in the current lineup, identical to the 2024 model. The X3 is a slightly larger crossover SUV that will introduce its latest generation in 2025. The new generation displays a fresh look, additional tech features, and updated engineering. How do these popular models stack up in a side-by-side comparison?

Performance

The 2025 BMW X1’s two trim levels have the same powertrains as the previous model year. These are a 2.0-liter turbo, four-cylinder unit that generates 241 horsepower and a sport-tuned variation that puts out 312 horsepower. Both trim levels come with all-wheel drive and a seven-speed automatic, dual-clutch transmission. The 2025 X3 is also available in two trim levels with two different engines. Both are designed with a mild-hybrid system for the first time. These engines are a turbo 2.0-liter, four-cylinder unit that generates 255 horsepower and a turbo 3.0-liter, V6 engine that delivers 393 horsepower. They pair with an auto eight-speed transmission and all-wheel drive.

Appearance

The BMW 1’s character is established by a tall yet slightly arched hood and a subtle descent down the hood. The doors are styled with a thick, creased accent line. At the front end, the kidney-style grille has boxy corners, and it sits above a bold lower fascia. The headlights have a pair of bent LED bars that sit above L-style air vents. The X3 has tall, flatter dimensions with a hint of smooth sculpture over the doors. The nose is styled with an LED-outlined grille and a broad lower fascia flanked by thick, L-style inlets. The angled headlights have two L-shaped LED bars.

Features

Both of these BMW crossover SUVs are remarkably equipped. The X1 comes with wireless app connections, a 10.7-inch touch display screen, a panoramic sunroof, a drive recorder, a 360-degree camera, augmented reality with a navigation system, automated parking, a head-up display, auto braking with parking sensors, a heated steering wheel with paddle shifters, a wireless charging pad, a driver assist package and a Harman Kardon sound system. The X3 builds on these features with Parking Assistance Professional, an iDrive controller, driver’s memory functions, and the new OS9 system.

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