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Alfa Romeo Giulia vs BMW 3 Series Touring - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (48000 £ vs 41100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Giulia or BMW 3 Series Touring?

Alfa Romeo Giulia

BMW 3 Series Touring

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 3 Series Touring has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £, while the Alfa Romeo Giulia costs 48000 £. That’s a price difference of around 6943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Touring manages with 2.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Giulia with 5.40 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Alfa Romeo Giulia takes 6.80 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Alfa Romeo Giulia tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls noticeable stronger with 700 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Alfa Romeo Giulia is hardly perceptible lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1650 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers hardly perceptible more room – 500 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, Alfa Romeo Giulia hardly perceptible takes the win – 535 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 3 Series Touring proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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3 Series Touring @ BMW Group Press

BMW 3 Series Touring

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 10.5 L
  • Electric Range : 91 - 97 km
Alfa Romeo Giulia
BMW 3 Series Touring

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Alfa Romeo Giulia

The Alfa Romeo Giulia captivates with its stunning Italian design and dynamic performance, representing a perfect blend of elegance and sportiness. Its engaging driving experience, characterised by precise handling and responsive steering, appeals to enthusiasts who crave the thrill of the road. Inside, the Giulia showcases a beautifully crafted interior that combines luxury with cutting-edge technology, making every journey a delight.

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BMW 3 Series Touring

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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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Alfa Romeo Giulia
BMW 3 Series Touring
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3 Series Touring @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Consumption

Price
48000 - 57000 £
Price
41100 - 131100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.40 L
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
91 - 97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
141 g/km
co2
57 - 238 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
58 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 kg
Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
480 L
Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4713 - 4801 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1827 - 1918 mm
Height
1438 mm
Height
1440 - 1448 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
405 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 HP
Power HP
150 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
235 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
Torque
470 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
154 kW
Power kW
110 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
2143 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
BMW
Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.