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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Hyundai IONIQ 9 – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: BMW 3 Series Touring meets Hyundai IONIQ 9.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

BMW 3 Series Touring has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £, while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 costs 58700 £. That’s a price difference of around 17657 £.

As for range, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 performs clearly better – achieving up to 620 km, about 523 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

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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 Touring has a noticeable edge – offering 550 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 takes 5.20 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 700 Nm.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is convincingly lighter – 1650 kg compared to 2594 kg. The difference is around 944 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers noticeable more room – 500 L compared to 338 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 performs evident better – up to 2419 L, which is about 909 L more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai IONIQ 9 to a small extent takes the win – 643 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 3 Series Touring proves to be barely ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 10.5 L
  • Electric Range : 91 - 97 km

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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Hyundai IONIQ 9

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is a bold step forward in the automotive world, combining cutting-edge electric technology with a sleek and modern design. This model stands out with its spacious interior and advanced features, ensuring both comfort and convenience for drivers and passengers alike. As Hyundai pushes the envelope in eco-friendly innovation, the IONIQ 9 represents the future of sustainable driving with its impressive range and performance capabilities.

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BMW 3 Series Touring
Hyundai IONIQ 9
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Costs and Consumption

Price
41100 - 131100 £
Price
58700 - 74400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
91 - 97 km
Electric Range
600 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
110 kWh
co2
57 - 238 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
Curb weight
2594 - 2689 kg
Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
338 L
Length
4713 - 4801 mm
Length
5060 mm
Width
1827 - 1918 mm
Width
1980 mm
Height
1440 - 1448 mm
Height
1790 mm
Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
2419 L
Payload
405 - 520 kg
Payload
586 - 643 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 550 HP
Power HP
218 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 405 kW
Power kW
160 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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.