Car Price Comparison
BMW X5 vs. BMW X3

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Specifications Comparison
BMW X5 vs. BMW X3

Model Year20112010
ModelX5X3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase115.5110.1
Length191.2179.7
Width76.173.0
Height69.966.0
Curb Weight49604067
Fuel Capacity22.517.7
R1 Headroom39.338.1
R1 Shoulder Room60.055.8
R1 Legroom40.040.2
R2 Headroom39.037.8
R2 Shoulder Room58.055.4
R2 Legroom36.635.8
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.130.0
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
21.930.0
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
61.871.0
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : BMW X5 vs. BMW X3

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Model Year20112010
ModelX5X3
TrimxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive30i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price$54,100$38,850
235/45WR19 $950
6-speed shiftable automatic $0
Cargo area partition net $180
Cold Weather Package$900$1,000
Compact spare tire$150 
Convenience Package$2,750 
Deep-tinted rear windows $350
Heated second row$350 
Metallic paint (extra cost) $550
Navigation system$1,900$1,800
Obstacle detection, rear$750$750
Premium Package $3,750
Sport Package $2,300
Unbranded 600W 16 speakers$1,200 
Xenon HID headlights $900
Total options$8,000$12,530
Destination$875$875
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Price$62,975$52,255
Lowest Net Price X3 xDrive30i 4dr SUV
Difference$10,720
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Invoice Comparison : BMW X5 vs. BMW X3

Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.

Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices.
Model Year20112010
ModelX5X3
TrimxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive30i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Invoice$49,950$35,920
235/45WR19 $865
6-speed shiftable automatic $0
Cargo area partition net $165
Cold Weather Package$820$910
Compact spare tire$135 
Convenience Package$2,505 
Deep-tinted rear windows $320
Heated second row$320 
Metallic paint (extra cost) $500
Navigation system$1,730$1,640
Obstacle detection, rear$685$685
Premium Package $3,415
Sport Package $2,095
Unbranded 600W 16 speakers$1,090 
Xenon HID headlights $820
Total options$7,285$11,415
Destination$875$875
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Invoice$58,110$48,210
Lowest Net Invoice X3 xDrive30i 4dr SUV
Difference$9,900
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Feature Comparison : BMW X5 vs. BMW X3

Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses

These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.

In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you.
Model Year20112010
ModelX5X3
TrimxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive30i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine300hp I6260hp I6
TransmissionT8 ($1300)T6 ($1100)
DrivetrainAWD ($1700)AWD ($1700)
EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway)15 / 2117 / 24
Tires (rear if not equal)315/35-20235/50-18
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 16?, 10
Accessories  
Brake energy regeneration system ($0)
Heated steering wheel ($100)
Power liftgate ($350)
Sunshades, second row ($125)
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual ($250)
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power ($350)
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
Rollover sensor ($100)
Tires, run-flat ($150)
Cargo Management  
Cargo mat ($40)
Cargo organizer ($100)
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate ($150)
Rear seat pass-through ($100)
Climate Control and Infotainment  
Dual-zone climate control ($125)
iPod integration ($150)
Rear air vents with automatic controls ($250)
Rear dual-zone climate control ($125)
Residual heat ($100)
Surround sound ($100)
Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems ($150)
Exterior  
Body kit ($350)
Body kit (gray/black) ($250)
Bodyside moldings ($75)
Bright exhaust tip(s) ($50)
Skid plate (one) ($50)
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Cornering lights ($25)
Trip computer ($150)
Powertrain  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls ($100)
Seats and Interior Trim  
Door sill trim plates ($100)
Floormats ($75)
Leather door panel trim ($250)
Manual fore-aft second row ($75)
Manual recline second row ($75)
Power headrest, driver first row ($50)
Power headrest, passenger first row ($50)
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Sport suspension (upgrade) ($0)
Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total.-$2,760-$0
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : BMW X5 vs. BMW X3

These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison.
Model Year20112010
ModelX5X3
TrimxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive30i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Net Price (from Price table)$62,975$52,255
Adjustment (from Feature table)-$2,760-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Price$60,215$52,255
Net Invoice (from Invoice table)$58,110$48,210
Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices.-$2,547-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Invoice$55,563$48,210
Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice X3 xDrive30i 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Price Difference$7,960
TrueDelta Invoice Difference$7,353
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Notes

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.

Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.

Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.

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