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BMW X3 vs Bentley Bentayga - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 177300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Bentley Bentayga?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Bentley Bentayga

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW X3 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51300 £ , while the Bentley Bentayga costs 177300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 126000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Bentley Bentayga with 13 L. The difference is about 10.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW X3 performs significantly better – achieving up to 88 km, about 38 km more than the Bentley Bentayga.

Bentayga

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 Bentley Bentayga has a distinct edge – offering 550 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 152 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Bentayga is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Bentley Bentayga performs slightly better – reaching 290 km/h, while the BMW X3 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Bentley Bentayga pulls slightly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

X3

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, BMW X3 is distinct lighter – 1930 kg compared to 2415 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers slightly more room – 570 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Bentley Bentayga performs slight better – up to 1774 L, which is about 74 L more than the BMW X3.

When it comes to payload, Bentley Bentayga evident takes the win – 835 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 265 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 is clearly superior overall 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 X3
Bentley Bentayga

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X3

BMW X3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 398 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Bentley Bentayga

The Bentley Bentayga wraps top-tier luxury and SUV practicality into one impeccably finished package, with a hushed cabin and amenities that pamper both driver and passengers. It’s the sort of car that signals success with understatement — a tailored suit on wheels that makes long drives feel like first-class travel.

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BMW X3
Bentley Bentayga

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
177300 - 230400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
13 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
50 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
17.30 kWh
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
294 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
2415 - 2514 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
5125 - 5305 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1998 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1728 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1774 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
736 - 835 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
462 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
254 - 290 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
700 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
340 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2020 - 2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Bentley
What drive types are available for the BMW X3?

The BMW X3 is offered with 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.