The 2021 BMW X3 is a do-all small crossover loaded with luxury, technology, and usability, with a dash of sporty personality.
Pros The best BMW to buy? Strong engine choices Decent standard safety gear Comfortable, well-appointed cabin Ferocious M versions
Cons Mighty expensive when loaded up Wallflower styling Grabby hybrid brakes A few cheap touches inside
The 2021 BMW X3's #1 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Compact SUVs category. Currently the BMW X3 has a score of 8.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 30 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Muscular engine options Poised ride and handling Easy-to-use infotainment system Roomy seating and cargo space
Cons Higher starting price than many rivals
The 2021 BMW X3 Hybrid comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Many advanced safety features are now standard.Android Auto is finally available.A few previously optional features are now standard.
Pros Smooth ride and comfortable seats Wide variety of standard and optional features for personalization Roomy interior for both front and rear passengers
Cons Limited real-world EV range Lower overall fuel economy than the gas-only X3 Questionable value proposition of the plug-in hybrid
The 2021 Honda Passport stamps its own personality from Pilot running gear, with a slight tilt in the off-road direction.
Pros Big interior space Refined highway driver Works fine in moderate off-roading Standard safety gear
Cons 9-speed automatic gets confused Not much bigger than CR-V The adventure’s missing from the look No low-ratio four-wheeling
The 2021 Honda Passport comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.All trims now have the 8-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard equipment.
Pros Spacious interior with lots of passenger space Comfortable front seats Many clever storage compartments
Cons Adaptive cruise control is only available over 20 mph Driver's seat might be positioned a little high for some people
The 2021 Passport only receives a small update for the new model year, with base models adding a newly standard 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system versus the old 5.0-inch display. The rest of the lineup is unchanged except for a small increase in starting prices.
Pros Spacious interior for people and cargo, powerful V-6 engine, plenty of standard safety features.
Cons Base model isn’t well equipped, occasional rough ride, not so stylish.
