2025 BMW X3 M vs. 2025 Lexus RX: Luxury SUV Showdown

The luxury SUV class is full of great options, so it can be difficult narrowing it down to just one. If you are considering the 2025 BMW X3 M or the 2025 Lexus RX, it pays to see how they match up in important areas like performance, comfort, and technology. BMW of Northwest Arkansas offers this comparison.
Power and Performance
The 2025 BMW X3 M is an impressively muscular vehicle: it is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine that produces 393 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. All-wheel drive is standard, and this contributes to its sporty and agile handling. It also comes with an adaptive suspension, which ensures an ultra-smooth ride.
The 2025 Lexus RX is much less powerful than the new BMW model, as it comes with a turbocharged 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine that puts out 275 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque. It also doesn’t have the BMW model’s athletic handling.
Space and Comfort
The 2025 BMW X3 M has a big interior that accommodates five people, and space is plentiful throughout. It also offers a lot of cargo room; when the rear seats are folded, you will have 62.7 cubic feet to work with.
The 2025 Lexus RX also seats five, but the back row can be cramped for adults. Plus, its cargo space tops out at 46.2 cubic feet.

Tech Features
Numerous tech amenities can be found in the 2025 BMW X3 M. The dashboard consists of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display infotainment system, which is simple to operate. It also comes with:
- In-dash navigation system
- Wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®
- 16-speaker premium stereo
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- Satellite and HD radio
- Push-button start
The 2025 Lexus RX comes with some of the same features, but the stereo only has 12 speakers. Plus, its dashboard is made up of a seven-inch digital gauge cluster and 9.8-inch infotainment system touchscreen.
Explore the 2025 BMW X3 M in Bentonville, AR
It’s clear that the 2025 BMW X3 M tops the Lexus RX in all categories. Visit our BMW dealership in Bentonville, AR, to take it for a test drive. We can also help you get pre-approved for BMW financing.