Compare performance (398 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 61900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW X3 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Velar costs 61900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10628 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BMW X3 performs distinct better – achieving up to 88 km, about 25 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
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 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 404 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Land Rover Range Rover Velar takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 670 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 20 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, BMW X3 is barely noticeable lighter – 1930 kg compared to 2003 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers slight more room – 570 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs distinct better – up to 1700 L, which is about 342 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Range Rover Velar barely noticeable takes the win – 587 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.
The BMW X3 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X3 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.
detailsThe Range Rover Velar marries sleek, pared-back styling with genuine off-road poise, so it looks at home in the city yet won’t flinch at rougher roads. Inside, a luxurious, tech-forward cabin pampers occupants while keeping the driving experience confidently in command — and yes, it somehow makes an SUV feel undeniably chic.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
61900 - 87400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10.2 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
63 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
110 - 232 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
62 - 83 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
2003 - 2280 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
503 - 552 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4797 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1933 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1657 - 1665 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1358 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
460 - 587 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 MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
204 - 404 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.3 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
209 - 250 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
430 - 650 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
150 - 297 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 - 2997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Land Rover
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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.