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BMW X3 vs Renault Austral – Which one offers the better deal?
Two cars, one duel: BMW X3 meets Renault Austral.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
X3
@ BMW Group Press
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.
Renault Austral has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 21515 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
Austral
@ Renault Group Media
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 convincingly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 198 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 Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls convincingly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm difference.
X3
@ BMW Group Press
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Renault Austral is clearly perceptible lighter – 1539 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 391 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers hardly perceptible more room – 570 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1761 L, which is about 61 L more than the BMW X3.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 slightly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BMW X3 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £51,300
@ BMW Group Press
BMW X3
BMW X3
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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Renault Austral
The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.
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BMW X3
Renault Austral
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
29700 - 37800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
109 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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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
1539 - 1613 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4533 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
464 - 477 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
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
158 - 200 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
116 - 147 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Renault
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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.