

2021 BMW X3 Comparison near West Hartford, CT
View InventoryIn the market for a luxury BMW Sports Activity Vehicle® that boasts stellar specs and features? Look no further than the 2021 BMW X3, for sale at our BMW dealer near West Hartford, CT. When you stop by BMW of Waterbury, you’ll receive a 2021 X3 review and a chance to see the spectacular X3 redesign. If you want to see how the X3 compares to the 2021 Acura RDX, 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC and 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, you can get a head start by looking at our BMW comparison chart for all the info you need.

2021 BMW X3 Specs Comparison
Thrilling performance comes standard in the 2021 BMW X3, which has Connecticut BMW fans talking. Equipped with a standard 8-speed sport automatic transmission with sport and manual shift modes, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters and Launch Control, the new X3 is just waiting to show off its 473 max horsepower. Whereas the Mercedes-Benz GLC horsepower falls a little short and the Acura RDX is left in the dust. So, whether you’re cruising down the highway or driving through Greater Hartford, the 2021 BMW X3 engine is a force to be reckoned with.
Features | 2021 BMW X3 | 2021 Acura RDX | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC | 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio |
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Standard Transmission | 8-speed Sport automatic transmission with Sport and Manual shift modes | 8-speed automatic 8HP75 | 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission with shift paddles | 8-speed automatic 8HP75 |
Max Horsepower | 473 | 272 | 469 | 505 |

2021 BMW X3 Interior & Technologies
The new BMW X3 will become your new home away from home thanks to its suite of cabin comforts. Not only does the X3 interior include a standard carbon fiber trim, but you’ll enjoy pristine music quality during every commute with the standard 12-speaker HiFi Sound System with a 205-watt amplifier. The RDX, GLC and Stelvio all make you pay extra for similar audio systems. Plus, you’ll be able to stay connected and access advanced entertainment using the standard iDrive 6.0 system with 10.25-inch touchscreen. See the 2021 X3 interior for yourself when you visit our CT BMW dealer nearby and take it for a test-drive.
Features | 2021 BMW X3 | 2021 Acura RDX | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC | 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio |
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Standard Infotainment System | iDrive 6.0 system with 10.25-inch touchscreen | 10.2-inch HD Center Display | 10.25-inch touchscreen display | 8.8-inch touchscreen display |
Standard Audio System | 12-speaker HiFi Sound System w/ 205-watt amp | 9-speaker Acura Premium Audio System | FrontBass System | 8-speaker audio system |
Navigation System | Standard | Available | Available | Available |

2021 BMW X3 Safety vs. the Competition
The 2021 BMW X3 offers the reliability and peace of mind that every driver deserves. With an Active Protection System, the new X3 will detect imminent accidents and prepare by automatically pretensioning seatbelts, closing windows and activating post-crash brakes. Included in this system is driver attention assistance -- when you’re driving home after a long day’s work, the Fatigue and Focus Alert will help keep your attention on the road. Add in the full suite of BMW safety features and it's no wonder so many local drivers are choosing the X3 vs. other luxury SUVs.
Features | 2021 BMW X3 | 2021 Acura RDX | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC | 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio |
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Driver Attention Assist | Standard | N/A | Standard | Available |
BMW Assist eCallâ„¢ | Standard | N/A | Standard | N/A |
LED Headlights with Cornering lights | Standard | N/A | Available | N/A |