Compare performance (398 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 35200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or CUPRA Formentor?
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.
CUPRA Formentor has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 16016 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.
As for range, the CUPRA Formentor performs distinct better – achieving up to 126 km, about 38 km more than the BMW X3.
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 has a slightly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the CUPRA Formentor takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls distinct stronger with 670 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.
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, CUPRA Formentor is noticeable lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 496 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers distinct more room – 570 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs a bit better – up to 1700 L, which is about 195 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 slight takes the win – 570 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.
The CUPRA Formentor proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Formentor is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsWith coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
35200 - 55000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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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
5
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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
1434 - 1742 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4451 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1839 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1511 - 1537 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
458 - 526 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
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
CUPRA
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The BMW X3 is offered with 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.