Compare performance (288 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or BMW 3 Series Saloon?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Tucson is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,045 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 101 km, about 31 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
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 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 321 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is only slightly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The BMW 3 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsThe BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
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Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
BMW
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