2026 Lexus NX vs BMW X3

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The 2026 Lexus NX and BMW X3 approach the compact luxury SUV differently, particularly when you look beyond their upscale cabins. For drivers comparing the two, the Lexus model stands apart with more standard gas-engine horsepower, multiple electrified powertrains, extensive standard safety technology, and longer powertrain warranty coverage. Woodfield Lexus can help you experience those differences firsthand.

Extra Powertrain Choices

The gas-powered 2026 Lexus NX 350 starts with a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder producing 275 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque. By comparison, the standard BMW X3 30 xDrive® uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 48-volt mild-hybrid technology producing 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Lexus also gives you two alternatives to a conventional gas powertrain. The Lexus NX 350h produces 240 combined horsepower and is available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive, while the plug-in hybrid Lexus NX 450h+ provides an EPA-estimated 37 miles of electric driving range.* The BMW X3 does not offer a full-hybrid or plug-in-hybrid powertrain for 2026.

More Driver Assistance Comes Standard

Every 2026 Lexus NX includes Lexus Safety System+® 3.0. Standard technologies include a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Proactive Driving Assist.

The BMW X3 also provides standard driver-assistance technology, including Active Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning, and Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation. However, it lacks the full-speed adaptive cruise control and lane-tracing assistance you’ll find in the new Lexus SUV.

Longer Powertrain Warranty Coverage

Both luxury SUVs provide a 4-year/50,000-mile basic new-vehicle warranty, but Lexus extends its powertrain coverage considerably further. New Lexus vehicles receive a 6-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty, compared with the BMW 4-year/50,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Choosing an electrified Lexus NX adds further coverage. Lexus hybrid-system components are covered for 8 years/100,000 miles, while the hybrid battery is covered for 10 years/150,000 miles.

Experience the 2026 Lexus NX at Woodfield Lexus

The 2026 Lexus NX gives you more ways to choose how your luxury SUV is powered, along with extensive standard driver assistance and longer powertrain protection. Visit our Schaumburg, IL, Lexus dealership to get behind the wheel and see how the Lexus NX fits your daily driving needs. Our team can also discuss Lexus financing when you are ready to take the next step.

*Actual range will vary and may decrease significantly depending on speed, outside temperature, accessory use, how/where you drive, charging habits, and other factors. Battery capacity also decreases with time and use which will reduce range.