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BMW X3 vs BMW X4 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BMW X3 or BMW X4 fits your lifestyle better.

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.

BMW X3 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51300 £, while the BMW X4 costs 51900 £. That’s a price difference of around 600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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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 X4 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 510 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X4 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 700 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 30 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, BMW X4 is barely noticeable lighter – 1875 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers minimal more room – 570 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs a bit better – up to 1700 L, which is about 270 L more than the BMW X4.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 barely noticeable takes the win – 570 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW X3 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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BMW X3

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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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
51900 - 93000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
156 - 244 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
1875 - 2095 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
525 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4751 - 4754 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1918 - 1938 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1620 - 1621 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1430 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
415 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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
184 - 510 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW

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