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BMW X3 vs Lexus UX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 199 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 37900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Lexus UX?

BMW X3

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Lexus UX has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37900 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 13329 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Lexus UX with 5 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

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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 significantly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 199 HP. That’s roughly 199 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 Lexus UX takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus UX tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 73 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, Lexus UX is clearly perceptible lighter – 1495 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers clearly more room – 570 L compared to 320 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1700 L, which is about 469 L more than the Lexus UX.

When it comes to payload, Lexus UX hardly perceptible takes the win – 615 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW X3 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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BMW X3

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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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Lexus UX

The Lexus UX is a compact luxury crossover that blends sharp styling with a quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for urban buyers who want premium feel without shouting about it. It rides with poise, serves up plush materials and thoughtful tech, and—while it won’t satisfy anyone chasing track thrills—it's a smart, stylish choice for everyday driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
37900 - 54100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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113 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 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
1495 - 1555 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
283 - 320 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1194 - 1231 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
555 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
199 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
146 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1987 cm3

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

The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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