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Renault Austral vs BMW X3 comparison
Compare performance (200 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 51,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or BMW X3?
Austral
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Renault Austral is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,343 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X3 uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
X3
Engine and Performance:
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 X3 offers considerably more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.4 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW X3 is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.
Austral
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, Renault Austral is noticeably lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 382 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers marginally more boot space – 570 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,736 L, about 36 L more than the BMW X3.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries slightly more – 570 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW X3 is decisively ahead 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 £51,300
BMW X3
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Renault Austral
The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.
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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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Renault Austral
BMW X3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,900 - 37,800 £
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Price
51,300 - 72,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
88 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
109 - 145 g/km
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,548 - 1,613 kg
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Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Length
4,533 mm
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Length
4,755 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
1,645 mm
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Height
1,660 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,736 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
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Payload
455 - 477 kg
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Payload
570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
148 - 200 HP
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Torque
270 Nm
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
109 - 147 kW
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,332 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
BMW
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