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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Ford Kuga – Which one offers the better deal?
Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: BMW 3 Series Touring or Ford Kuga?
3 Series Touring
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Kuga has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6815 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Touring manages with 2.50 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for range, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – achieving up to 97 km, about 29 km more than the Ford Kuga.
Kuga
@ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center
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 Touring has a significantly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 307 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Ford Kuga takes 7.30 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls clearly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm difference.
3 Series Touring
@ BMW Group Press
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 curb weight, Ford Kuga is minimal lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1650 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers a bit more room – 500 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1534 L, which is about 24 L more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga minimal takes the win – 550 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BMW 3 Series Touring proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £41,100
@ BMW Group Press
BMW 3 Series Touring
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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Ford Kuga
The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
Ford Kuga
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
68 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Length
4713 - 4801 mm
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
541 - 550 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
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, 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 - 550 HP
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Power HP
150 - 243 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 405 kW
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Ford
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Is the BMW 3 Series Touring offered with different drivetrains?
The BMW 3 Series Touring 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.