Compare performance (530 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or SsangYong Korando?
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.
SsangYong Korando is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,951 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando offers considerably more range – reaching up to 339 km, about 238 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
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 substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 340 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 SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.
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, SsangYong Korando is marginally lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 58 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers somewhat more boot space – 551 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries barely more – 495 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 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 SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
339 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
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
5
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 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
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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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
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
SsangYong
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