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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Aiways U5 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 33,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Aiways U5?

BMW 3 Series Touring vs Aiways U5: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Touring

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Aiways U5

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • 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 Touring

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.

Aiways U5 is visibly cheaper – starting at 33,900 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,142 £.

As for electric range, the Aiways U5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 313 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

U5

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Aiways U5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Touring delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

3 Series Touring

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 terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is only slightly lighter – 1,650 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 432 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Touring carries a bit more – 520 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Touring stands well ahead of its rival 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 £41,100
3 Series Touring

BMW 3 Series Touring

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 10.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 91 - 97 km
BMW 3 Series Touring
Aiways U5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 3 Series Touring

The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.

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Aiways U5

The U5 stands out in the electric vehicle market with its stylish design and spacious interior, making it an attractive option for families and urban drivers alike. Its smooth performance and impressive range cater to the modern consumer's need for practicality without sacrificing comfort. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, the U5 is poised to make a significant impact on the future of eco-friendly transportation.

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BMW 3 Series Touring
Aiways U5

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 93,300 £
Price
33,900 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
91 - 97 km
Electric Range
400 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
57 - 233 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,650 - 2,025 kg
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,770 kg
Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
432 L
Length
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Length
4,680 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,555 L
Payload
430 - 520 kg
Payload
385 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Aiways
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