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Aixam Ambition vs BMW 3 Series Touring comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (12,500 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Ambition or BMW 3 Series Touring?

Aixam Ambition vs BMW 3 Series Touring: Key differences

Aixam Ambition

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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BMW 3 Series Touring

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  • considerably more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ambition

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Aixam Ambition is clearly cheaper – starting at 12,500 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,552 £.

As for electric range, the Aixam Ambition offers markedly more range – reaching up to 130 km, about 33 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

3 Series Touring

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 522 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Touring delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 660 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW 3 Series Touring offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Ambition is substantially lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,650 kg. The difference is around 1,225 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Touring carries considerably more – 520 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aixam Ambition is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £12,500
Ambition

Aixam Ambition

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 - 130 km
Aixam Ambition
BMW 3 Series Touring

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Dimensions and Body

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Aixam Ambition

The Aixam Ambition stands out with its compact design and impressive manoeuvrability, making it an ideal choice for urban driving. Its stylish appearance is complemented by a comfortable interior that prioritises driver and passenger experience. With a keen focus on efficiency, this microcar perfectly caters to those seeking an economical yet functional solution for city travel.

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BMW 3 Series Touring

The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.

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Aixam Ambition
BMW 3 Series Touring

Costs and Consumption

Price
12,500 - 16,700 £
Price
41,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
75 - 130 km
Electric Range
91 - 97 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
57 - 233 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
425 - 440 kg
Curb weight
1,650 - 2,025 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 kg
Payload
430 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Aixam
Brand
BMW
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