Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39900 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Hyundai Tucson?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Hyundai Tucson has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19045 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Saloon manages with 2.40 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Saloon performs distinct better – achieving up to 101 km, about 31 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon has a significantly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 4 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Saloon performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Saloon pulls decisively stronger with 700 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 321 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is hardly perceptible lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers distinct more room – 620 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The BMW 3 Series Saloon 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.
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.
detailsHyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39900 - 91000 £
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Price
20900 - 47900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1575 - 1960 kg
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Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Length
4713 - 4714 mm
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Length
4525 - 4535 mm
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Width
1827 - 1903 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Height
1440 - 1446 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Hyundai
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The BMW 3 Series Saloon is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.