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BMW X3 vs VW ID.4 comparison

Compare performance (398 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or VW ID.4?

BMW X3 vs VW ID.4: Key differences

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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VW ID.4

4.4 (9 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID.4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,685 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID.4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 569 km, about 481 km more than the BMW X3.

ID.4

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 moderately more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X3 is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.4 delivers very slightly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm more.

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, BMW X3 is marginally lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 1,975 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers marginally more boot space – 570 L compared to 543 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 125 L more than the VW ID.4.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries very slightly more – 570 kg compared to 551 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £34,600
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km
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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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VW ID.4

The VW ID.4 is a roomy, comfort‑focused electric SUV that makes family life and daily commuting effortless with a practical interior and a calm, efficient powertrain. It’s reassuring and sensible rather than thrilling — well suited to long stretches thanks to a relaxed ride and useful assistance systems, but the touch‑centric controls, restricted rear visibility and muted steering keep it from exciting drivers who want sportier dynamics.

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Reviews VW ID.4

4.4 (9 Reviews)
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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:40:06

It's a technologically advanced car, but somewhere along the way VW forgot the pleasant cabin and the comfortable ride. It IS a VW — and that redeems it.

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Achim
7 Apr 2026, 15:55:42

The ID.4 is a bit pricey, but very pleasant to drive. Its winter range could be better — then again, that's a problem all EVs are facing right now.

Tore
1 Mar 2026, 23:15:24

An ID.4 with 340 hp is not comparable to the Aiways U5! The U5 only has 204 hp! The ID.4’s boot is too small, rear legroom is too tight, no frunk, and it’s a bit confusing…

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Kenneth Kjeldsen
13 Dec 2025, 11:57:52

I have an ID.4 GTX and it drives like a dream — loads of extra power, sits well on the road, high seating position, quiet. I can see other cars have bigger screens, but mine works fine.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,300 - 72,400 £
Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4,755 mm
Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,660 mm
Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
515 - 551 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
Is the BMW X3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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