Compare 2026 vs 2025 BMW X3

2026 BMW X3 vs 2025 BMW X3

Serving Hyannis, MA

Both the 2025 BMW X3 and 2026 BMW X3 are excellent choices for Cape Cod drivers seeking a luxury SUV with athletic performance, upscale comfort, and modern technology. The 2025 model brought a full redesign with bold styling, refined interior details, and advanced tech features. The 2026 model carries over this exciting design with only minimal updates, giving you the same premium experience in either year.

Whether you're cruising down Route 28, navigating Hyannis Main Street, or heading toward the Cape Cod National Seashore, the BMW X3 delivers sophistication and capability in every mile.

Performance

Both model years feature BMW's xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system and an 8-speed automatic transmission, providing confident handling for year-round Cape driving. The BMW X3 30 xDrive comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. This engine makes 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. The X3 30 xDrive offers smooth acceleration and excellent fuel efficiency for daily commuting and weekend adventures.

The BMW X3 M50 xDrive comes with a 3.0L turbocharged inline-six engine. This engine creates 393 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. The X3 M50 xDrive also offers adaptive suspension, M Sport brakes, and dynamic handling for spirited drives across Cape Cod and beyond.

Appearance

The 2025 and 2026 X3 share an athletic and premium look that turns heads from downtown Hyannis to Falmouth Harbor. Exterior design highlights include a redesigned kidney grille with a basket-weave pattern, dual LED light ribbons, sculpted body lines, chrome-accented air inlets, cornering headlights, standard 19-inch alloy wheels, and a hands-free power liftgate for easy loading after shopping or beach trips.

Features

Step inside, and you'll find luxury craftsmanship and advanced tech that make every drive more enjoyable. The BMW X3 30 xDrive interior includes heated synthetic leather seats, a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment display, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, dual-zone climate control, built-in navigation, and driver assistance features like lane keeping assist, blind-spot detection, and parking sensors.

The BMW X3 M50 xDrive adds a Sky Lounge Panoramic Roof for sweeping Cape Cod views, a Harman Kardon® premium audio system, and ambient interior lighting. Other available features include a head-up display, surround-view camera, adaptive cruise control, and a heated steering wheel for chilly New England mornings.

Test Drive the BMW X3 at BMW of Cape Cod in Hyannis, MA

Experience the perfect blend of BMW performance and Cape Cod practicality in the 2025 or 2026 BMW X3. Stop by our BMW dealership in Hyannis today for an X3 test drive.