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Renault Express vs BMW X3 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or BMW X3?

Renault Express vs BMW X3: Key differences

Renault Express

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Express

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Express is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,560 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X3 uses 2.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

X3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 offers considerably more power – delivering 398 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 296 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 Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X3 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW X3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is significantly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 634 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries slightly more – 700 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 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
Renault Express
BMW X3

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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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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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Renault Express
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 149 g/km
co2
64 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
4,393 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 700 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
BMW
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