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BMW iX3 vs Hyundai Tucson – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: BMW iX3 meets Hyundai Tucson.
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.

Hyundai Tucson has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30600 £, while the BMW iX3 costs 59100 £. That’s a price difference of around 28423 £.

As for range, the BMW iX3 performs decisively better – achieving up to 805 km, about 735 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

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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 iX3 has a decisively edge – offering 469 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW iX3 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX3 pulls significantly stronger with 645 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 266 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is significantly lighter – 1542 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 818 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1799 L, which is about 49 L more than the BMW iX3.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson slightly takes the win – 545 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW iX3 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW iX3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £59,100
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BMW iX3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 469 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.10 kWh
  • Electric Range : 805 km

BMW iX3

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The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.

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Hyundai Tucson

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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Hyundai Tucson
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Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
59100 - 64600 £
Price
30600 - 46300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
805 km
Electric Range
64 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
108.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
22 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2360 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4782 mm
Length
4510 - 4535 mm
Width
1895 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
Payload
465 kg
Payload
523 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
469 HP
Power HP
136 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
Torque
645 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
345 kW
Power kW
100 - 185 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the BMW iX3?

The BMW iX3 is available as 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.