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BMW X3 vs Cadillac OPTIQ comparison

Compare performance (398 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Cadillac OPTIQ?

BMW X3 vs Cadillac OPTIQ: Key differences

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space

Cadillac OPTIQ

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more electric range

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW X3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 51,300 £ , while the Cadillac OPTIQ costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,457 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers substantially more range – reaching up to 425 km, about 337 km more than the BMW X3.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 offers markedly more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Cadillac OPTIQ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X3 is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Cadillac OPTIQ tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X3 is markedly lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,376 kg. The difference is around 446 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers noticeably more boot space – 570 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 127 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 360 L more than the Cadillac OPTIQ.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries barely more – 570 kg compared to 524 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 stands out in the key areas 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.

from £51,300
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/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
BMW X3
Cadillac OPTIQ

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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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Cadillac OPTIQ

The Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.

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BMW X3
Cadillac OPTIQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,300 - 72,400 £
Price
55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
425 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
75 kWh
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
2,376 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4,755 mm
Length
4,820 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,912 mm
Height
1,660 mm
Height
1,643 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,340 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
524 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
224 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Cadillac
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