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BMW X3 vs Toyota RAV4 comparison
Compare performance (398 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Toyota RAV4?
BMW X3 vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
X3
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota RAV4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,123 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is substantially 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 Toyota RAV4.
RAV4
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 offers markedly 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW X3 is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
X3
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is moderately lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers marginally more boot space – 580 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
For maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 10 L more than the Toyota RAV4.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries very slightly more – 600 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Toyota RAV4 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.
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Toyota RAV4
BMW X3
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BMW X3
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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Toyota RAV4
The Toyota RAV4 is a pragmatic, family-friendly SUV that pairs impressively low running costs in hybrid form with a relaxed, motorway-friendly ride and a generous rear seat and boot that make everyday life easy. Its cabin leans toward practicality rather than polish—expect plenty of hard plastics and a tidy infotainment system that’s quick to respond but buries some climate functions in a touchscreen and can nag with drive‑recorder popups, so buyers wanting a premium feel or sporty dynamics should look elsewhere.
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BMW X3
Toyota RAV4
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,300 - 72,400 £
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Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
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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
75 km
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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
22 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1,930 - 2,140 kg
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Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
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Length
4,755 mm
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Length
4,600 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,660 mm
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Height
1,685 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
390 - 600 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, Plugin 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
218 - 306 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 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
160 - 225 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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