BMW X3 vs Cadillac Optiq

The BMW X3 starts from $86,100 before on-road costs, while the Cadillac Optiq opens at $80,000. That makes the Cadillac Optiq the more affordable entry point by $6,100.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $94,710 and $88,000 respectively.

The Cadillac Optiq qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The BMW X3, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The BMW X3 features a 14.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Cadillac Optiq gets a 33-inch display and 33-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BMW X3 stands out with Bowers & Wilkins audio that you will not find on the Cadillac Optiq. The Cadillac Optiq counters with head-up display, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate, AKG audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the BMW X3 gets merino leather upholstery while the Cadillac Optiq offers leather. Climate control is 4-zone in the BMW X3 and 2-zone in the Cadillac Optiq.

The BMW X3 uses a Petrol producing 150kW and 310Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6 seconds.

The Cadillac Optiq responds with a Electric making 224kW and 480Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.6 seconds.

The Cadillac Optiq has the clear power advantage at 224kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the Cadillac Optiq is 1.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The BMW X3 measures 4,755mm long on a 2,865mm wheelbase, 198mm shorter than the Cadillac Optiq at 4,953mm (3,000mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Cadillac Optiq generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 570L in the BMW X3 and 500L in the Cadillac Optiq, giving the BMW X3 a 70L advantage.

For towing, the Cadillac Optiq leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 2,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (BMW X3) vs 5 years / 150,000km (Cadillac Optiq). Both match on warranty length.