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Mitsubishi Outlander vs BMW X3 comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Outlander or BMW X3?

Mitsubishi Outlander vs BMW X3: Key differences

Mitsubishi Outlander

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • barely more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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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

Outlander

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mitsubishi Outlander is markedly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,837 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X3 offers barely more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 3 km more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

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 306 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Outlander

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, BMW X3 is very slightly lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries only slightly more – 595 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X3 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.

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
Mitsubishi Outlander
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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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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Mitsubishi Outlander
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,800 - 53,000 £
Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
60 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
2,070 - 2,120 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
545 - 595 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
-
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
306 HP
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
225 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

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