Will be in the market for a car in a month or so - narrowed down to Mazda CX 50 Turbo but the BMW X3 is only around $5k more compared to the Mazda Turbo trim I liked. Torn between these 2, would really appreciate any advice/insight in making this decision in regards to longterm ownership, rate of depreciation and maintenance.

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Obviously the Mazda will be cheaper in the long-run, but the two cars aren't comparable. The amount of refinement and superior technology you get in the BMW is worth the extra money IMO. But if you're on a strict budget, BMW is not the answer because maintenance will be expensive no matter what.

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The BMW has a longer warranty, but the Mazda might have the better resale value. I haven’t driven either so I can’t help on that front.

November/December is the best time to get a deal on a car

My wife got a fully decked out 2022 X3. She absolutely loves it.

You won’t be disappointed by the ultimate driving machine

My wife and I test drove both vehicles back to back. I’m the frugal type and strongly opposed trying a BMW, but that X3 test drive had me signing papers 10 minutes later. The $5k price diff is a steal in my opinion.

This is where I am at too lol

Thanks all.

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