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M240i xDrive Coupe vs X3 M50 xDrive

BMW · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
M240i xDrive Coupe
Beats the X3 M50 xDrive by 0.11s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the M240i xDrive Coupe beats the X3 M50 xDrive comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the M240i xDrive Coupe thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
386 hp
393 hp
0–100 km/h
4.3s
4.4s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
3.0L Turbo I6
3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV
Fuel
Petrol
Mild Hybrid
Torque
500 Nm
580 Nm
Price
$51,500
$65,000

Simulated race times

Distance
M240i xDrive Coupe
X3 M50 xDrive
100 m
5.454s
5.511s
1/8 mile
8.094s
8.173s
1/4 mile
12.240s
12.348s
1 km
22.217s
22.372s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: M240i xDrive Coupe is $51,500 vs $65,000 for the X3 M50 xDrive — a $13,500 gap. 0–100 km/h: M240i xDrive Coupe is 0.10s quicker (4.3s vs 4.4s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the M240i xDrive Coupe or the X3 M50 xDrive?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the M240i xDrive Coupe is faster, beating the X3 M50 xDrive by 0.11 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M240i xDrive Coupe vs the X3 M50 xDrive?

The M240i xDrive Coupe hits 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds, while the X3 M50 xDrive does it in 4.4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The M240i xDrive Coupe produces 386 hp; the X3 M50 xDrive produces 393 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The M240i xDrive Coupe tops out at 250 km/h, and the X3 M50 xDrive reaches 250 km/h.

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