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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Toyota Proace Bus?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences
3 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
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.
Toyota Proace Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,378 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 242 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
Proace Bus
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 180 HP. That’s roughly 350 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 9.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is somewhat lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,835 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries considerably more – 1,265 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 770 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
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Toyota Proace Bus
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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 Proace Bus
The Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Toyota Proace Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
218 - 343 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 - 177 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
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 9
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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
1,835 - 2,140 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
1,920 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
825 - 1,265 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
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 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
260 - 400 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
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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