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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota bZ4X comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Toyota bZ4X?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota bZ4X: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Toyota bZ4X

4.5 (11 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota bZ4X is very slightly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,094 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota bZ4X offers clearly more range – reaching up to 591 km, about 490 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers noticeably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 380 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Toyota bZ4X takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 338 Nm. That’s about 362 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, BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota bZ4X offers markedly more boot space – 669 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 189 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota bZ4X carries moderately more – 565 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota bZ4X is far ahead 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 £36,800
bZ4X

Toyota bZ4X

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 167 - 380 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 444 - 591 km
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Toyota bZ4X

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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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Toyota bZ4X

The Toyota bZ4X is an electric crossover that focuses on a calm ride, practical interior and predictable handling for everyday driving. It suits buyers who want an easygoing, reliable EV with Toyota's familiar build quality and a clean, simple design.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Toyota bZ4X

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
36,800 - 51,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
444 - 591 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 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
1,900 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
452 - 669 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,860 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
375 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
167 - 380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
123 - 280 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

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