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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Toyota RAV4 – Which model is better for everyday use?
3 Series Touring
@ BMW Group Press
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota RAV4 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5923 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Touring with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.
As for range, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 97 km, about 22 km more than the Toyota RAV4.
RAV4
@ Toyota Motor Corporation
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 306 HP. That’s roughly 244 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs noticeable better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.
3 Series Touring
@ BMW Group Press
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is barely noticeable lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers slightly more room – 580 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs to a small extent better – up to 1690 L, which is about 180 L more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 somewhat takes the win – 600 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Toyota RAV4 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota RAV4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
BMW 3 Series Touring
Toyota RAV4
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@ Toyota Motor Corporation
Toyota RAV4
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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Toyota RAV4
5 (1 Reviews)
The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
Toyota RAV4
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
35100 - 55700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 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
75 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
22 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1745 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
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Length
4713 - 4801 mm
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Length
4600 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1685 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
390 - 600 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 - 550 HP
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Power HP
218 - 306 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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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 - 405 kW
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Power kW
160 - 225 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2487 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
D, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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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.