Two cars, one duel: BMW X3 meets Toyota Corolla Cross.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Corolla Cross has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 19552 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Cross with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.10 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 significantly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 218 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 Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross 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 Cross is clearly perceptible lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers clearly perceptible more room – 570 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs evident better – up to 1700 L, which is about 363 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 minimal takes the win – 570 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 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 Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
31700 - 41900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 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
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
112 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 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
1380 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4460 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1620 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
515 - 560 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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
140 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 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 - 132 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, D
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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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.