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BMW X3 vs Nissan X-Trail - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 34200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Nissan X-Trail?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan X-Trail has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17100 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.70 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

X-Trail

Engine and Performance:

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 BMW X3 has a clearly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 185 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls distinct stronger with 670 Nm compared to 525 Nm. That’s about 145 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.

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Nissan X-Trail is to a small extent lighter – 1668 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers slight more room – 585 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, Nissan X-Trail barely noticeable takes the win – 574 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

BMW X3
Nissan X-Trail

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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

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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Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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BMW X3
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
34200 - 50500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
-
Width
1920 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
570 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

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

The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.