Compare performance (398 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Toyota Corolla?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Corolla has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22680 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.40 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 has a convincingly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is noticeable lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 209 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1700 L, which is about 648 L more than the Toyota Corolla.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 evident takes the win – 570 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
The BMW X3 proves to be is largely superior 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 Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 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
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1420 - 1460 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4370 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 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
Full Hybrid
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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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 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
C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.