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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Lexus NX?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Lexus NX: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • a bit cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Lexus NX

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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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.

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.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is a bit cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,086 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Lexus NX with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 101 km, about 29 km more than the Lexus NX.

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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 offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is moderately lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries marginally more – 515 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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
Lexus NX

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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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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Price
46,000 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
65 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
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