BMW 3 Series Touring alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the BMW 3 Series Touring, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the BMW 3 Series Touring and are good next research steps.

from £41,600

Audi A5 Avant

Price 41,600 - 92,400 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 639 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
Electric Range 83 - 108 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.7 - 9.8 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 280 - 825 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model A5
Modell A5 Avant 2.0 TFSI e-hybrid, A5 Avant 2.0 TFSI, A5 Avant 2.0 TDI MHEV plus, S5 Avant 3.0 V6 TFSI MHEV plus, RS5 Avant
CO2 Efficiency Class B, E, F, D
Trim Level quattro S tronic, edition one quattro S tronic, S tronic, edition one S tronic, tiptronic
Power kW 110 - 470 kW
co2 47 - 175 g/km
Engine capacity 1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Curb weight 1,785 - 2,445 kg
Trunk capacity 361 - 476 L
Width 1,860 - 1,952 mm
Brand Audi
Payload 480 - 535 kg
Variant Avant

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Audi A5 Avant as a suitable alternative to BMW 3 Series Touring

Choosing between the Audi A5 Avant and the BMW 3 Series Touring means deciding whether you prioritise elegant styling and a refined cabin or sharper handling and a more driver-focused feel. This comparison will run through practicality, performance, comfort and tech to help you pick the estate that best fits your everyday needs.

The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.

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barely cheaper
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly lighter
marginally more trunk space
somewhat more power
slightly more efficient
a bit more electric range

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from £53,100

BMW 5 Series Touring

Price 53,100 - 126,200 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 197 - 727 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Electric Range 65 - 98 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.6 - 7.5 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,026
Torque 330 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 8
Model 5er-Reihe
Modell 520d Touring, 540d Touring, 520i Touring, 530e Touring, 550e Touring, M5 Touring
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, B, C
Trim Level M Sportpaket Pro Steptronic, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket Steptronic, M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic, Steptronic, xDrive Steptronic
Power kW 145 - 535 kW
co2 53 - 157 g/km
Engine capacity 1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Curb weight 1,850 - 2,550 kg
Trunk capacity 500 - 570 L
Width 1,900 - 1,970 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 500 - 620 kg
Variant Touring, M5 Touring

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BMW 5 Series Touring as a suitable alternative to BMW 3 Series Touring

Choosing between the BMW 3 Series Touring and the BMW 5 Series Touring comes down to whether you prioritise agility, lower running costs and city-friendly size or extra space, rear-seat comfort and long-distance refinement. Both deliver BMW’s trademark driving dynamics and build quality, but the 3 Series Touring feels sportier and more nimble while the 5 Series Touring is more spacious, comfortable and composed on the motorway.

The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.

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visibly cheaper
slightly lighter
clearly more power
barely more efficient
barely more electric range
moderately more trunk space

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from £51,700

BMW X3

Price 51,700 - 73,000 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 197 - 398 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Electric Range 88 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.6 - 7.8 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model X3
Modell X3 20, X3 20d, X3 M50, X3 40d, X3 30e
CO2 Efficiency Class F, E, B
Trim Level xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic
Power kW 145 - 293 kW
co2 64 - 175 g/km
Engine capacity 1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Curb weight 1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity 460 - 570 L
Width 1,920 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 570 kg
Variant M Performance

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BMW X3 as a suitable alternative to BMW 3 Series Touring

The BMW 3 Series Touring and the BMW X3 both bring BMW's driving focus to practical buyers — the 3 Series Touring is a sporty station wagon, while the X3 is a compact SUV with higher ride height and greater versatility. Which suits you depends on priorities: the Touring leans to sharper handling and lower running costs, the X3 to space, comfort and all‑weather practicality.

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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markedly cheaper
clearly more power
a bit more efficient
very slightly more electric range
visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
a bit lighter
slightly more trunk space

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from £25,600

Skoda Octavia Combi

Price 25,600 - 39,600 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 204 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.7 - 10.7 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Octavia
Modell Octavia Combi 2.0 TSI, Octavia Combi 1.5 TSI ACT, Octavia Combi 1.5 TSI ACT mHEV, Octavia Combi 2.0 TDI SCR
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, D, C
Trim Level Selection 4x4 DSG, Sportline 4x4 DSG, Essence, Selection, Essence DSG, Selection DSG, Sportline, Sportline DSG, Balance, Balance DSG, Balance 4x4 DSG
Power kW 85 - 150 kW
co2 113 - 157 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity 640 L
Width 1,829 mm
Brand Skoda
Payload 502 - 534 kg
Variant Combi

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Skoda Octavia Combi as a suitable alternative to BMW 3 Series Touring

The BMW 3 Series Touring and the Skoda Octavia Estate are both practical estate cars, but they target very different buyers: the 3 Series Touring delivers sharper handling, a premium interior and stronger brand cachet, while the Octavia Estate prioritises interior space, low running costs and sheer value. This short comparison will focus on driving feel, practicality, running costs and ownership to help you choose whether you want a sportier, badge-driven estate or the most sensible, roomy family car.

The Skoda Octavia Combi is a practical, well‑packaged estate that delivers generous and flexible interior space ideal for families or active owners. Its sensible cabin layout, comfortable ride and solid reputation for reliability make it a pragmatic choice for buyers who value utility over flash.

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clearly more power
substantially more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
clearly cheaper
clearly lighter
clearly more trunk space

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from £38,700

BMW X1

Price 38,700 - 56,200 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 326 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 7.7 L/100km
Electric Range 81 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.4 - 9.2 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 230 - 477 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model X1
Modell X1 sDrive20d, X1 sDrive20i, X1 xDrive20d, X1 xDrive23d, X1 xDrive23i, X1 sDrive18i, X1 sDrive18d, X1 M35i, X1 xDrive25e, X1 xDrive30e
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, F, B
Trim Level M Sportpaket Pro Steptronic (DKG), Steptronic (DKG), xLine Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket Steptronic (DKG), xDrive Steptronic (DKG)
Power kW 100 - 240 kW
co2 57 - 175 g/km
Engine capacity 1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Curb weight 1,575 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity 490 - 540 L
Width 1,845 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 490 - 500 kg
Variant M Performance

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BMW X1 as a suitable alternative to BMW 3 Series Touring

Deciding between the BMW 3 Series Touring and the BMW X1 means weighing estate-car driving dynamics and cargo capacity against compact-SUV practicality and a higher seating position. The 3 Series Touring delivers sharper handling and a roomier load area, while the X1 offers greater ride height, easier access and a more upright cabin—choose the one that best matches your priorities.

The BMW X1 delivers BMW's sporty driving character in a compact premium crossover package, making daily driving both engaging and practical. With a refined cabin, flexible cargo space and composed handling, it's a smart choice for buyers who want luxury and versatility without compromise.

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noticeably more power
moderately more electric range
considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly cheaper
very slightly lighter
very slightly more trunk space

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from £49,700

Audi A6 Avant

Price 49,700 - 70,200 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 204 - 367 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Electric Range 94 - 101 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.7 - 8.3 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 340 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model A6
Modell Avant 2.0 TFSI, Avant 3.0 V6 TFSI MHEV plus, Avant 2.0 TDI MHEV plus, Avant 2.0 TFSI e-hybrid, Avant 3.0 TDI MHEV plus
CO2 Efficiency Class F, D, E, B
Trim Level S tronic, edition one S tronic, quattro S tronic, edition one quattro S tronic
Power kW 150 - 270 kW
co2 53 - 170 g/km
Engine capacity 1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Curb weight 1,865 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity 404 - 503 L
Width 1,875 mm
Brand Audi
Payload 535 - 570 kg
Variant Avant

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Audi A6 Avant as a suitable alternative to BMW 3 Series Touring

The Audi A6 Avant and BMW 3 Series Touring are premium station wagons that blend everyday practicality with upscale comfort and performance. The A6 Avant leans toward roomy refinement and high-tech luxury, while the 3 Series Touring prioritizes sportier dynamics and driver engagement.

The Audi A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.

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noticeably cheaper
markedly more power
markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
somewhat lighter
only slightly more efficient
very slightly more electric range
marginally more trunk space

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