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BMW X3 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 46500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

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

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Land Rover Discovery Sport has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46500 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 4800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.20 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the BMW X3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 88 km, about 30 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Discovery Sport

Engine and Performance:

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 has a distinct edge – offering 398 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls slightly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

X3

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 curb weight, BMW X3 is minimal lighter – 1930 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 19 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers clearly perceptible more room – 780 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1700 L, which is about 126 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport a bit takes the win – 641 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW X3 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 88 km
BMW X3
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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BMW X3
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the BMW X3?

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.