Compare performance (398 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Skoda Karoq?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Karoq has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22175 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.
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 190 HP. That’s roughly 208 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls clearly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Karoq is noticeable lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers minimal more room – 570 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs minimal better – up to 1700 L, which is about 70 L more than the Skoda Karoq.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 minimal takes the win – 570 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.
The BMW X3 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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 Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
29100 - 41700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
128 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 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
1380 - 1655 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4384 - 4390 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1624 - 1629 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1630 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
456 - 549 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, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
115 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 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
85 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 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
D, E, F
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Skoda
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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.