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Toyota RAV4 vs BMW X3 comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 51,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or BMW X3?

Toyota RAV4 vs BMW X3: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

RAV4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota RAV4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X3 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 13 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

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 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 visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X3 is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

RAV4

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is a bit lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers only slightly more boot space – 580 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 10 L more than the Toyota RAV4.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries very slightly more – 600 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 is far ahead 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.

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Toyota RAV4
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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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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Toyota RAV4
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Price
51,300 - 72,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 - 128 g/km
co2
64 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
4,755 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Height
1,660 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
390 - 600 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

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