The NEW BMW X3 2010 Critics feel the engine in the BMW X3 offers plenty of power. It comes with a 3.0-liter 260-horsepower inline six-cylinder engine and is paired with either a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic (a no-cost option).
The EPA has not yet rated the 2010 model, but 2009 automatic models are rated at 17/24 mpg city/highway, while manual models are rated at 16/23 mpg. These figures are about average for the class, but a few SUVs offer higher fuel economy at even lower prices. The Audi Q5 starts at about $2,000 less and gets an 18/23 mpg rating and offers similarly sporty handling. The Acura RDX is also worth consideration since it costs about $4,000 less and boasts an even better 19/24 mpg rating.
