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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Mitsubishi ASX?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi ASX

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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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:

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.

Mitsubishi ASX is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi ASX with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

ASX

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 significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 372 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 455 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, Mitsubishi ASX is markedly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi ASX offers marginally more boot space – 484 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries moderately more – 495 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is decisively ahead 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
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

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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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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
21,800 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
99 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,797 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
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mitsubishi
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