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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Toyota Yaris - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (530 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (39900 £ vs 21900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Toyota Yaris?
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 Yaris has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £, while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39900 £. That’s a price difference of around 18085 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Saloon manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Yaris with 3.80 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.
Yaris
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 has a decisively edge – offering 530 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Toyota Yaris takes 5.50 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Saloon performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Saloon pulls clearly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm difference.
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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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Toyota Yaris is significantly lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers decisively more room – 480 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris slight takes the win – 525 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Saloon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £39,900
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Toyota Yaris
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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 Yaris
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The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Toyota Yaris
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39900 - 91000 £
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Price
21900 - 46700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
87 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1575 - 1960 kg
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Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
4713 - 4714 mm
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Length
3940 - 3995 mm
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Width
1827 - 1903 mm
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Width
1745 - 1805 mm
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Height
1440 - 1446 mm
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Height
1455 - 1500 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
935 L
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 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
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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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
CVT, 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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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What drive types are available for the BMW 3 Series Saloon?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.