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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
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Price
42,800 - 53,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
83 - 85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
60 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,120 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,862 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
545 - 595 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
-
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
306 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
225 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,360 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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