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BMW X3 vs Suzuki Across comparison

Compare performance (398 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 49,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Suzuki Across?

BMW X3 vs Suzuki Across: Key differences

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Suzuki Across

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Suzuki Across is barely cheaper – starting at 49,900 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,808 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Across uses 1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X3 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 13 km more than the Suzuki Across.

Across

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 visibly more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Suzuki Across takes 6 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

X3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X3 is marginally lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers moderately more boot space – 570 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries markedly more – 570 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Across is far ahead 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.

£49,877
Across

Suzuki Across

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 km
BMW X3
Suzuki Across

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BMW X3

The BMW X3 blends sporty handling with premium comfort, making it a strong choice for drivers who want an engaging everyday SUV. Its well-appointed interior and confident road manners give it broad appeal for families and commuters who value style and versatility.

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Suzuki Across

The Suzuki Across is Suzuki's take on a roomy, efficient plug-in SUV handed down from its Toyota cousin, marrying sensible practicality with a polished, grown-up driving character. It won't thrill those chasing sporty drama, but for buyers who value measured refinement, low running costs and lots of usable space, it's an unexpectedly accomplished and subtly premium package.

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BMW X3
Suzuki Across

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Price
49,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
4,635 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,690 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,604 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Suzuki
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