2022 BMW X3 vs 2022 Nissan Rogue

The 2022 BMW X3 was available in four variants: sDrive30i, xDrive30i, M40i, and M. The sDrive30i was the only rear-wheel-drive model, while the others were all-wheel-drive. The 2022 model featured a slightly more aggressive exterior design, with a larger kidney grille and a black sensor bar between the grilles. The adaptive full LED headlights were slimmer, and the taillights had a new design with a black surround and pincer claw-shaped brake light LEDs. The rear also had larger exhaust tips and a new bumper. The X3 came in nine finishes, with new colors Brooklyn Grey and Tanzanite Blue II. Nineteen-inch gray aluminum-alloy wheels were standard, with an aerodynamically-optimized 19-inch wheel available for the sDrive30i and xDrive30i models.

Inside, the 2022 X3 had a clean and efficient design, featuring dark oak wood trim, an anthracite headliner, and eight-way power-adjustable front Sport seats. The interior offered SensaTec synthetic leather upholstery, with premium Vernasca leather available as an option. A panoramic moonroof was standard on the X3 M40i and optional on other models. The interior color choices varied by material and model, with ambient lighting offering 11 color combinations. The redesigned center console resembled newer BMW models, with a standard 10.25-inch infotainment system and an optional 12.3-inch touchscreen.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue continued its grownup look from the previous year's redesign, featuring a V-motion grille, multi-level LED headlights, and LED fog lamps on higher trims. The exterior had active grille shutters, underbody covers, and an "air curtain" for improved airflow. The floating roof design and slightly bulging liftgate added to its sleek appearance.

Inside, the Rogue had a layered dash design with contrasting colors and surfaces in some trims. The center console featured an electronic gear selector lever, creating more space for storage. The 9-inch center infotainment display was positioned near the driver's eye line, and the instrument panel had a 7-inch center display or a 12.3-inch digital screen in upper trims. The Zero Gravity bucket-style front seats were comfortable, and the second row offered good legroom and space for two adults or three in a pinch. The fit and finish were exemplary, with high-quality materials, especially in the top-of-the-line Platinum model.

The 2022 BMW X3 featured an eight-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. The sDrive30i and xDrive30i models had a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, producing 248 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, with a 0-60 mph time of 6 seconds. The sDrive30i had an EPA-rated fuel economy of 23 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined, while the xDrive30i offered 21 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 24 mpg combined. The M40i model had a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine with a mild-hybrid system, producing 382 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, with a 0-60 mph time of 4.4 seconds. The M40i had an EPA rating of 21 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue received a new 1.5-liter VC-Turbo engine with three cylinders, producing 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. This was an 11 percent increase in horsepower and a 24 percent increase in torque compared to the previous 2.5-liter engine. The new engine improved the Rogue's performance and fuel economy, with an EPA rating of 30 mpg city, 37 mpg highway, and 33 mpg combined. The Rogue's CVT transmission had wider gear ratios, providing better acceleration and responsiveness. The chassis and suspension delivered a smooth, controlled ride with minimal body roll, and the electric power-assisted steering had good feel and a tight turning diameter.

The BMW X3 offered seating for five and ample storage space. The rear seats had a 40/20/40-split, providing enough cargo room for backpacks and equipment. The SensaTec faux-leather seats were comfortable, with the upgraded Vernasca leather adding more softness. The X3's sport seats were supportive, and the bottom seat cushion could be extended for taller drivers. The redesigned center console featured a larger infotainment system, with push-button and rocker-style controls for climate and audio functions.

The Nissan Rogue had a well-designed front cabin with numerous storage options, including bottle holders, cupholders, a glove compartment, a center console bin, a tray beneath the center console, and cubbies in the dash. The rear-seat passengers had storage options in the doors, seatbacks, and center armrest, along with USB-A and USB-C charge-only ports. The second-row seat was a 60/40 split reclining bench. The Rogue's cargo area offered 31.6-36.5 cubic feet of space, expanding to 74.1 cubic feet with the second row folded flat.

The BMW X3 came with BMW Live Cockpit Plus with iDrive 7 telematics, featuring a 5.1-inch color display instrument panel and a 10.25-inch infotainment screen. Standard features included navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa integration, two USB ports, a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot, and various connected digital features. An optional Live Cockpit Professional enlarged both screens to 12.3 inches. The X3 had a 12-speaker 205-watt HiFi sound system, with an optional Harman Kardon surround sound system for the M40i model. Other tech options included a Convenience Package and a Premium Package, adding features like keyless entry, a panoramic sunroof, lumbar support, heated seats, a head-up display, and gesture control.

The Nissan Rogue's 2021 makeover included a technology upgrade, with a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, a 9-inch center infotainment touchscreen, and a 10.8-inch head-up display on upper trims. The Rogue used Google Maps and Waze with voice commands for navigation. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto were standard, with wireless Apple CarPlay available on upper trims. ProPilot Assist, Nissan's hands-on driver-assist technology, was available and integrated with the navigation system on models with ProPilot Assist with Navi-Link. The Rogue's Intelligent Key allowed for easy unlocking of the rear doors.

The 2022 BMW X3 received a five-star crash safety rating from the NHTSA. Standard safety features included adaptive LED headlights, a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, active blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, rear collision avoidance, park distance control with auto braking, forward-collision warning with pedestrian/cyclist detection, and active pre-collision protection systems. The available Parking Assistance Package added parking assistance plus, active park distance control, and a 360-degree surround camera view. The Driving Assistant Professional Package included traffic jam assistance, back-up assistant, front cross-traffic alert, a 3D assisted view display, active lane-keep assist, and side collision avoidance.

The 2022 Nissan Rogue featured the Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite of safety technologies across all trim levels. Standard safety features included automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, high beam assist, and rear automatic braking. The Rogue had ten supplemental airbags and extended crumple zones for passive safety. ProPilot Assist combined steering-assist and adaptive cruise control to help control acceleration, braking, and steering. The enhanced ProPilot Assist with Navi-Link added integration with the navigation system for predictive speed control. The 2022 Rogue received a four-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA and a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the IIHS for the 2021 model.