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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Mitsubishi Outlander?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • marginally cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.8 (4 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is marginally cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,906 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mitsubishi Outlander with 2.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers a bit more range – reaching up to 101 km, about 16 km more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Outlander

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 224 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 Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

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 visibly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries moderately more – 595 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 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.

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 Outlander

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 Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Price
42,800 - 53,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
60 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
2,070 - 2,120 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General

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