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BMW X3 vs SsangYong Torres - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 33800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or SsangYong Torres?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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SsangYong Torres

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.

SsangYong Torres has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33800 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17409 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.90 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres performs clearly better – achieving up to 462 km, about 374 km more than the BMW X3.

X3

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 significantly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 191 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls significantly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 331 Nm difference.

X3

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, SsangYong Torres is clearly perceptible lighter – 1498 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 432 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers somewhat more room – 703 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1700 L, which is about 38 L more than the SsangYong Torres.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 minimal takes the win – 570 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 is clearly superior overall 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
SsangYong Torres

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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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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BMW X3
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
33800 - 44600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.70 kWh
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1498 - 1618 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4700 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1710 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1662 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
SsangYong
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.