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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota Aygo comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 116 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Toyota Aygo?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota Aygo: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Toyota Aygo

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Toyota Aygo is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,094 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Toyota Aygo with 3.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Aygo

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 substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 414 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 Toyota Aygo takes 9.2 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 120 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm more.

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.

Seats: BMW 3 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Aygo is clearly lighter – 1,090 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 480 L compared to 231 L. That’s a difference of about 249 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries somewhat more – 495 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 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
Toyota Aygo

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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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Toyota Aygo

The Aygo is a cheeky city car that turns congested streets into a playground, with bold styling and sprightly manners that make parking a pleasure rather than a pain. Economical to run and surprisingly well equipped for its size, the Aygo is a smart choice for urban buyers who want personality without a premium price and a car that brings a smile to the daily commute.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Toyota Aygo

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Price
18,800 - 24,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
85 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,090 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
231 L
Length
4,713 mm
Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,740 mm
Height
1,440 - 1,446 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full 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
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
116 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
120 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 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
Toyota
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