DecodedCarsBMW X3 vs Infiniti QX55
2025 BMW X3 vs 2025 Infiniti QX55 — two small SUVs compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
The BMW X3 is more fuel-efficient: 29 vs 25 MPG combined in its best version.
That works out to about $450 a year less in fuel for the BMW X3 (EPA estimate, 15,000 miles).
Across all model years since 2005, the Infiniti QX55 has had fewer recall campaigns (2 vs 62).
The two cars
The 2025 BMW X3 is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 187 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,535 lb.
The 2025 Infiniti QX55 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 186 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,015 lb.
Buying used? The 2023 X3 and the 2024 QX55 have the fewest problems in our data; avoid the 2020 X3.
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
Green = clearly better. Prices are not included. How we calculate this →
Which one should you choose?
Choose the BMW X3 if…
- You want lower fuel bills (29 vs 25 MPG)
- You want a hybrid or electric option
Choose the Infiniti QX55 if…
- You put reliability history first (2 vs 62 recalls since 2005)
Pros & cons of each
2025 BMW X3
- Strong performanceUp to 393 hp, versus about 312 hp for similar 2025 models.
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- 9 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
2025 Infiniti QX55
- No recalls so far
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
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