BMW X3 sDrive30i vs Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

BMW X3 sDrive30i

Suv · Gasoline · RWD

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW X3 sDrive30i

A well-rounded RWD SUV that balances family practicality and efficiency with confident everyday performance. Strong reliability and safety signals make it an easy pick for growing families and road trips.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety

Car B

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

The Mercedes-Benz S 350 d leans into reliability, safety, and premium comfort for growing families and road trips. Its torquey diesel is quick and efficient, while tight-city use and hard performance driving aren’t its focus.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7 L/100km286 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 75 / 75

City 44 / 25

Budget / value 58 / 39

Road trip 57 / 65

Performance 34 / 27

Cargo 38 / 36

Practical 55 / 56

Premium 49 / 69

Winter 44 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X3 sDrive30i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X3 sDrive30i Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

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Pros & cons

BMW X3 sDrive30i

Reliability and safety rank highly for stress-free family use
Efficient for its class at 8 L/100 km, helpful for commuting and trips
Practical 5-seat layout with a usable 550 L cargo area
Good value in its segment around 45,000
Rear-wheel drive only; those wanting all-weather traction may prefer AWD
Cargo space is adequate but not the roomiest if you haul bulky gear often
Gasoline powertrain only; no hybrid or electric efficiency benefits
Not aimed at performance driving despite a quick 0-100 km/h time

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

Premium comfort focus makes long journeys relaxing
Efficient for its class at 7 L/100 km
Effortless passing from 600 Nm diesel torque
Five seats and a 500 L trunk suit family duty
High purchase price
Less convenient for frequent tight-city driving
Diesel powertrain won’t suit petrol, hybrid, or EV seekers
Not aimed at track-style performance driving despite strong acceleration

Verdict

Pick BMW X3 sDrive30i if…

Lower entry price

BMW X3 sDrive30i starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz S 350 d if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d puts out 286 hp vs 252 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X3 sDrive30i

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

Verdict

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