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BMW iX3 vs BMW iX5

Comparing the 2027 BMW iX3 (from $61,500) with the 2027 BMW iX5 (from $79,800). The iX3 offers 434 miles of range while the iX5 offers 435 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX3 wins on price, while BMW iX5 tows the most.

BMW iX3

2027SUV

BMW iX3
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Best Value

  • Starts at $54,000
  • About $124 per mile of range
  • Up to 434 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
BMW iX5

2027SUV

BMW iX5
Coming Soon

Best for Towing

  • 5,952 lb towing capacity
  • 570 hp
  • 593 lb-ft of torque
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$54,000 - $65,500
$79,800
Range
305-434 miles
435 miles
Horsepower
315-463 hp
570 hp
0-60 mph
4.7-5.9 sec
4.4 sec
Battery Size
82.6-108.7 kWh
144 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
124-130 mph
130 mph
Towing Capacity
4409 lbs
5952 lbs
DC Fast Charging
21 min (10-80%)
22 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
Length
188.4"
196.6"
Width
74.6"
78.7"
Height
64.4"
68.8"
Cargo Capacity
61.8 cu ft
67.7 cu ft

BMW iX3 vs BMW iX5: Which Should You Buy?

The BMW iX3 starts at $54,000, undercutting the BMW iX5 ($79,800) by about $26,000.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX5 covers 435 miles, 1 more than the BMW iX3's maximum of 434. At a DC fast charger, the BMW iX3 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 22 for the BMW iX5.

The BMW iX3 is also 8 inches shorter than the BMW iX5, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX3 if you want the most for your money, or the BMW iX5 if you tow.

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