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BMW X3 vs Subaru Forester - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Subaru Forester?

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Subaru Forester

4 (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.

Subaru Forester has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16552 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 5.30 L per 100 km.

Forester

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 decisively edge – offering 398 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 7.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Forester tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls clearly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 488 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, Subaru Forester is slightly lighter – 1693 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 237 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers a bit more room – 570 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs slight better – up to 1731 L, which is about 31 L more than the BMW X3.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 a bit takes the win – 570 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW X3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £51,300
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
Subaru Forester

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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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Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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BMW X3
Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption

Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
34700 - 42200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1693 - 1739 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4670 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1730 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

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