Compare performance (398 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 40300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or MG Marvel R?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
MG Marvel R has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40300 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10980 £.
As for electric range, the MG Marvel R performs clearly better – achieving up to 402 km, about 314 km more than the BMW X3.
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 noticeable edge – offering 398 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the MG Marvel R takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the MG Marvel R tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls minimal stronger with 670 Nm compared to 665 Nm. That’s about 5 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, MG Marvel R is minimal lighter – 1810 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 213 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs a bit better – up to 1700 L, which is about 304 L more than the MG Marvel R.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 to a small extent takes the win – 570 kg compared to 478 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.
The MG Marvel R proves to be leads convincingly overall and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MG Marvel R 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 MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
40300 - 43700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
370 - 402 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
66.10 kWh
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 1920 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
357 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4674 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1919 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1613 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1396 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
453 - 478 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
Electric
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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
-
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
180 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
410 - 665 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
132 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
MG
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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.