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BMW X3 vs Skoda Superb Combi comparison

Compare performance (398 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Skoda Superb Combi?

BMW X3 vs Skoda Superb Combi: Key differences

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Superb Combi

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Superb Combi is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Superb Combi offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 49 km more than the BMW X3.

Superb Combi

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is noticeably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers slightly more boot space – 690 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries very slightly more – 584 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Combi stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £36,100
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 128 - 137 km
BMW X3
Skoda Superb Combi

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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BMW X3
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
-
Length
4,902 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,920 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
232 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
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