The Comparative Analysis :
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance Automatic (12 - 14) vs. Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic Automatic (Autogas) (08 - 11)
€ 43,400
€ 31,900
€ 43,400
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 31,900
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance is 3.5 inches longer, 4 inches wider and 1.5 inches lower than the Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic.
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
65.4
74.1
82.6
66.9
70.1
78.9
74.1 in
Width
70.1 in
82.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
78.9 in
65.4 in
Height
66.9 in
110.6
183
103
179.5
183 in
Length
179.5 in
110.6 in
Wheelbase
103 in
Vehicle Weight
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
3968 lb
Curb Weight
3417 lb
5104 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4442 lb
Weight Difference:
551 lb
13.88 %
General
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
F25
Generation
SH
Sport Utility Vehicle
Car Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle
Diesel
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
8-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
4-speed automatic transmission
Engine
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
4-cylinder boxer engine (naturally aspirated engine)
BMW N47
Engine Series
N47-D20
Engine Code
FB20
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
181 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 6000 rpm
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
181 hp
148 hp
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
280 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
145 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
280 lb‑ft
145 lb‑ft
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
Performance
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
130 mph
Maximum Speed
115 mph
8.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
12.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
387 ft
0.000 sec
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
62 mph
62
mph
mph
577 ft
0.000 sec
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
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21.92 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
23.09 lb/hp
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
21.92 lb/hp
23.09 lb/hp
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
Fuel Economy / Emissions
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
Fuel Economy
42 mpg
combined
19 mpg
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
42 mpg
19 mpg
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
39 mpg
city
14 mpg
No data
highway
24 mpg
17.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.3 gal
743 mi
Range
273 mi
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
743 mi
273 mi
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
Environmental Impact
115.2 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
181.4 kWh
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
115.2 kWh
181.4 kWh
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 4 / Euro 5
237 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
314 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
BMW X3 xDrive20d BluePerformance
Subaru Forester 2.0X ecomatic
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1135 lb
Maximum Payload
1025 lb
15.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
12.7 cu ft
45.3 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
47 cu ft
