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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota Mirai comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 182 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 58,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Toyota Mirai?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota Mirai: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Toyota Mirai

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  • significantly more electric range
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Toyota Mirai costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,763 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Mirai offers significantly more range – reaching up to 650 km, about 549 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

Mirai

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 considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 182 HP. That’s roughly 348 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 Toyota Mirai takes 9.2 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 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 noticeably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers markedly more boot space – 480 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Mirai carries very slightly more – 515 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon 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 £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 Mirai

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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Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Toyota Mirai

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
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
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
650 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
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Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,885 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
485 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Hydrogen
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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
182 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
134 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
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