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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Hyundai Tucson - Differences and prices compared

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?

BMW 3 Series Saloon

Hyundai Tucson

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

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Tucson

Engine and Performance:

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.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

BMW 3 Series Saloon
Hyundai Tucson

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from about £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
  • Electric Range : 96 - 101 km

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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Hyundai Tucson

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Hyundai 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.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
39900 - 91000 £
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1575 - 1960 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4713 - 4714 mm
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Width
1827 - 1903 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1440 - 1446 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the BMW 3 Series Saloon?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.