Compare performance (530 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Toyota RAV4?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota RAV4 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,352 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Touring with 2.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota RAV4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 40 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
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 offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 221 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 Toyota RAV4 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.
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 very slightly lighter – 1,650 kg compared to 1,655 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers very slightly more boot space – 514 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries somewhat more – 610 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Toyota RAV4 leads convincingly 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.
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Price
41,100 - 91,900 £
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Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
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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
133 - 137 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
57 - 233 g/km
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co2
30 - 121 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
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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,650 - 2,025 kg
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Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
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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
1,880 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
430 - 520 kg
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Payload
515 - 610 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, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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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
185 - 309 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 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
-
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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
136 - 227 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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