Compare performance (398 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 42800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Honda CR-V?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Honda CR-V has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8486 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda CR-V manages with 0.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BMW X3 performs a bit better – achieving up to 88 km, about 9 km more than the Honda CR-V.
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 BMW X3 has a convincingly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 214 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda CR-V tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls convincingly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Honda CR-V is slight lighter – 1821 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 109 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Honda CR-V offers slight more room – 617 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Honda CR-V performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1710 L, which is about 10 L more than the BMW X3.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 to a small extent takes the win – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
The Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
42800 - 52100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.9 - 6.7 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
79 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
19 - 152 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
46 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
1821 - 1988 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4706 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1866 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1673 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1710 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
439 - 475 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
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
184 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
195 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
335 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
135 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 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
B, D, E
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Honda
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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.