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Hyundai Tucson vs BMW X3 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or BMW X3?

Hyundai Tucson vs BMW X3: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

3.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Tucson is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,788 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 18 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

X3

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 visibly more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm more.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

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 clearly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers barely more boot space – 620 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries only slightly more – 570 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 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.

from £51,700
X3

BMW X3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 398 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Hyundai Tucson
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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BMW X3

The BMW X3 blends sporty handling with premium comfort, making it a strong choice for drivers who want an engaging everyday SUV. Its well-appointed interior and confident road manners give it broad appeal for families and commuters who value style and versatility.

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Hyundai Tucson
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
64 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
BMW
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