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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 61,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter

Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen costs 61,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,035 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen with 10.5 L/100km. The difference is about 8.1 L/100km.

Grenadier Geländewagen

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 244 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen takes 8.8 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,629 kg. The difference is around 1,054 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen carries substantially more – 871 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 376 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
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

The Ineos Grenadier is a proper, no-nonsense Geländewagen that looks and behaves like it was designed by people who prefer utility over fashion, ready to tackle mud, gravel and the odd awkward parking spot with equal confidence. It swaps showroom polish for rugged honesty and practical thinking, appealing to buyers who want a modern Defender alternative that feels more workhorse than luxury toy.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Price
61,000 - 129,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.5 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
276 - 325 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,629 - 2,753 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,713 mm
Length
4,895 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,440 - 1,446 mm
Height
2,050 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,255 - 2,088 L
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
747 - 871 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
249 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
183 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ineos
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