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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
34700 - 42200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.10 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
183 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1693 - 1739 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
508 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4670 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1830 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1730 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
446 - 492 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
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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
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
188 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
182 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 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
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Subaru
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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.