Compare performance (398 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or VW Caddy Compact Van?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
VW Caddy Compact Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,864 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers visibly more range – reaching up to 120 km, about 32 km more than the BMW X3.
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 considerably more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 248 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW X3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is noticeably lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 488 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries visibly more – 759 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 189 kg.
The VW Caddy Compact Van is clearly superior 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.
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 VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
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Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 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
117 - 120 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
11 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
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Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
628 - 759 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, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 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
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
VW
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