2012 BMW X1 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, both 2012 BMW X1 and 2012 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 BMW X1 and 2012 BMW X3 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X1 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 240 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
