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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs BYD ETP3 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or BYD ETP3?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs BYD ETP3: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • very slightly lighter
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BYD ETP3

  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BYD ETP3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,322 £.

As for electric range, the BYD ETP3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 233 km, about 132 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

ETP3

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 Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

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 Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is very slightly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries visibly more – 780 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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 £39,900
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 96 - 101 km
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BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
31,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
233 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,460 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
1,875 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
780 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
100 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
180 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
Is the BMW 3 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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