Compare performance (398 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 64300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or BYD Tang?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW X3 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51300 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13028 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang performs significantly better – achieving up to 530 km, about 442 km more than the BMW X3.
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 BYD Tang has a noticeable edge – offering 517 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Tang tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Tang pulls minimal stronger with 680 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BYD Tang offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, BMW X3 is distinct lighter – 1930 kg compared to 2630 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers significantly more room – 570 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 335 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs minimal better – up to 1700 L, which is about 45 L more than the BYD Tang.
When it comes to payload, BYD Tang minimal takes the win – 575 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The BYD Tang 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.
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.
detailsThe BYD Tang is a bold, tech-loaded SUV that blends striking design with roomy practicality, making it equally at home on the school run and the open road. Packed with clever tech and a powertrain that mixes efficiency with eager performance, it’s a smart, value-focused pick for buyers who want electric-age comfort without the premium-brand fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
64300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
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Curb weight
2630 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4970 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1955 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1745 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1655 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
575 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
190 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
680 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
380 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
BYD
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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.