BMW X3 xDrive30i vs Ford Territory ST-L

BMW X3 xDrive30i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Ford Territory ST-L

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW X3 xDrive30i

The 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i blends all‑weather AWD confidence, brisk 6.1 s acceleration, and room for five with 550 L of cargo space, suiting growing families and road trips. It leans on reliability and safety strengths over hardcore performance or maximum cargo capacity, and offers good value in its segment.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety8 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Ford Territory ST-L

A five-seat, petrol-powered family choice with strong horsepower and a safety focus, the Ford Territory ST-L suits growing families and road trips. Less compelling for city-heavy routines or performance driving given its consumption and priorities.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety270 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 75 / 63

City 44 / 28

Budget / value 58 / 36

Road trip 62 / 62

Performance 33 / 32

Cargo 38 / 34

Practical 55 / 36

Premium 49 / 36

Winter 76 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X3 xDrive30i · Orange = Ford Territory ST-L

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X3 xDrive30i Ford Territory ST-L

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Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive30i

AWD stability supports winter and mixed‑weather driving
Room for five and 550 L cargo make family use and road trips easy
Brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.1 s without excessive fuel use (8 L/100 km)
Good value in its segment at this price point
Performance‑focused drivers may want more power and sharper dynamics
Cargo needs beyond 550 L may exceed its space
Gasoline‑only powertrain lacks hybrid‑level efficiency
Seats five only; no third‑row option

Ford Territory ST-L

Quick 0–100 km/h in 8.5 s with 270 hp for confident overtakes
Five seats and a 475 L boot fit growing families and road trips
Petrol powertrain suits long distances without charging stops
Ranks strongly for safety in our signals
10.5 L/100 km combined is not ideal for heavy city commuting
Not aimed at enthusiasts; performance driving is a weak suit
Only five seats; lacks three-row capacity
Cargo space is adequate but not expansive for bulky gear

Verdict

Pick BMW X3 xDrive30i if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X3 xDrive30i uses 8.0 L/100km vs 10.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Ford Territory ST-L if…

More power

Ford Territory ST-L puts out 270 hp vs 245 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive30i

Ford Territory ST-L

Verdict

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