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BMW X3 vs Mitsubishi Outlander - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 42800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Mitsubishi Outlander?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Mitsubishi Outlander

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mitsubishi Outlander has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 8409 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Outlander manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

As for range, the BMW X3 performs minimal better – achieving up to 88 km, about 3 km more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

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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 evident edge – offering 398 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 92 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 Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Outlander tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, BMW X3 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1930 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers slightly more room – 570 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs slightly better – up to 1700 L, which is about 296 L more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi Outlander hardly perceptible takes the win – 595 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 km
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Mitsubishi Outlander

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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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Mitsubishi Outlander

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
42800 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
19 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
53 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
2070 - 2120 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4719 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1746 - 1750 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1404 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
2360 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mitsubishi
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.