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BMW iX3 vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (469 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (59100 £ vs 33300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or VW Tiguan?

BMW iX3

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

iX3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Tiguan has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £, while the BMW iX3 costs 59100 £. That’s a price difference of around 25757 £.

As for range, the BMW iX3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 805 km, about 679 km more than the VW Tiguan.

Tiguan

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 iX3 has a clearly edge – offering 469 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX3 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs to a small extent better – reaching 242 km/h, while the BMW iX3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX3 pulls noticeable stronger with 645 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm difference.

iX3

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, VW Tiguan is clearly lighter – 1599 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 761 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeable more room – 652 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX3 performs slight better – up to 1750 L, which is about 100 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan slightly takes the win – 533 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £59,100
iX3

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
VW Tiguan

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BMW iX3

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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VW Tiguan

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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BMW iX3
VW Tiguan
iX3
Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
59100 - 64600 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
805 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
108.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2360 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4782 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1895 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
465 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
469 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
645 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
345 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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.