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BMW X3 vs Vauxhall Grandland - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 32600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Vauxhall Grandland?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Vauxhall Grandland

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

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Grandland has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32600 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18695 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Grandland manages with 2.60 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Grandland performs clearly better – achieving up to 694 km, about 606 km more than the BMW X3.

Grandland

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 has a a bit edge – offering 398 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Vauxhall Grandland takes 6.10 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Grandland tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 670 Nm compared to 509 Nm. That’s about 161 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Grandland is slightly lighter – 1675 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers barely noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs minimal better – up to 1700 L, which is about 55 L more than the Vauxhall Grandland.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 to a small extent takes the win – 570 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Grandland comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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
Vauxhall Grandland

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Grandland

Vauxhall Grandland

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 694 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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Vauxhall Grandland

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.

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BMW X3
Vauxhall Grandland

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
32600 - 51400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1675 - 2325 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4650 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1905 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1665 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 - 1645 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
425 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Vauxhall
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.