Compare performance (398 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 20,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Hyundai Tucson?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Hyundai Tucson is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,788 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW X3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 18 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
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 X3 offers noticeably more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm more.
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, Hyundai Tucson is noticeably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers barely more boot space – 620 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries very slightly more – 570 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
The BMW X3 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
detailsHyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
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Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
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Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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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
63 - 70 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
62 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
518 - 545 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, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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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
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
250 - 379 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
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Hyundai
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