BMW X3 M50 xDrive vs Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner BMW X3 M50 xDrive 4.6 s Runner-up: 7.0 s
Power winner BMW X3 M50 xDrive 398 hp Runner-up: 330 hp
Cargo winner Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door 628 L Runner-up: 570 L
Price winner Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door $48,615 Runner-up: $63,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive against the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a hybrid powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.6 seconds, compared with 7.0 seconds for 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door. 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive has the higher listed output at 398 hp; 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door is rated at 330 hp, a difference of 68 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive at 580 Nm and 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door at 563 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 628 litres versus 570 litres, a difference of 58 litres. 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive carries the higher towing rating at 2,400 kg, while 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door is listed at 1,588 kg. 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door is 58 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door has the lower listed starting price at $48,615, compared with $63,500 for 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive. 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification BMW X3 M50 xDrive2026 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door2025
Performance
0-100 km/h4.6 s7.0 s
Top Speed250 km/h175 km/h
Power398 hp330 hp
Torque580 Nm563 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank65 L80 L
Efficiency9 L/100km12.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions205 g/km283 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,755 mm4,813 mm
Ground Clearance204 mm267 mm
Cargo570 L628 L
Curb Weight1,890 kg2,195 kg
Towing2,400 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.0 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$63,500$48,615

BMW X3 M50 xDrive vs Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive or the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door?

2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.6 seconds, versus 7.0 seconds for 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive or the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door?

2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 175 km/h (109 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive or the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door?

2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive has more power at 398 hp, a 68 hp advantage over 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive or the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door?

2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door has more listed cargo space at 628 litres (22.2 cu ft), versus 570 litres (20.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive or the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door?

2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,400 kg (5,291 lb), compared with 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive or the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door?

2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door is heavier at 2,195 kg (4,839 lb), while 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive is listed at 1,890 kg (4,167 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive or the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door?

2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $48,615 USD, compared with $63,500 USD for 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive or the 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands 2.7L V6 4-Door?

2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.