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BMW 3 Series Touring vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (550 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 26100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or VW Golf Variant?
3 Series Touring
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Golf Variant has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14919 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Touring manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.
Golf Variant
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 noticeable edge – offering 550 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 4.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls noticeable stronger with 700 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.
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3 Series Touring
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, VW Golf Variant is noticeable lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1650 kg. The difference is around 284 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers somewhat more room – 611 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs minimal better – up to 1642 L, which is about 132 L more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant minimal takes the win – 547 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Touring is decisively ahead 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.
BMW 3 Series Touring
VW Golf Variant
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BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 3 Series Touring
4.3 (1 Reviews)
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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VW Golf Variant
The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
VW Golf Variant
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
26100 - 48700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 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
-
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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
114 - 185 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1366 - 1621 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
4713 - 4714 mm
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Length
4631 - 4651 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1462 - 1487 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
489 - 547 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 MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual 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
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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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
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 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, G, F, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
VW
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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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.