BMW X1 or BMW X3?
What are the main differences between the BMW X1 and the BMW X3?
Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.
BMW X1
- From-price
- €53,961 (valid from 1 November 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Plug-in hybrid, Mild hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
- Electric range (WLTP)
- 76–83 km
- Power
- 100–240 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- not confirmed in an official source
- Boot space
- 540 litres
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2022)
- Versions in the price list
- 10
BMW X3
- From-price
- €68,887 (valid from 1 December 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Plug-in hybrid, Mild hybrid
- Electric range (WLTP)
- 85–88 km
- Power
- 145–326 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- not confirmed in an official source
- Boot space
- 570 litres
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2025)
- Versions in the price list
- 5
How do the versions of the BMW X1 and the BMW X3 compare?
The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.
| Feature | BMW X1 BMW X1 xDrive25e | BMW X3 BMW X3 30e xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026 | €53,961Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · valid from 1 November 2026 | €68,887Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · valid from 1 December 2026 |
| Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026 | €52,461 | €67,386 |
| Specifications | ||
| PowertrainFrom the version’s price list. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026 | Plug-in hybrid, All-wheel drive | Plug-in hybrid, All-wheel drive |
| PowerdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 180 kW (245 hp) | 220 kW (299 hp) |
| 0-100 km/hdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 6.8 s | 6.2 s |
| Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 76–83 km electric2.4–2.8 l/100 km | 85–88 km electric2.8–3 l/100 km |
| Battery capacity (net)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026 | 14.2 kWh | 19.7 kWh |
| AC chargingSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| DC fast charging (max.)No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Fast charging 10-80 %No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Kerb weightdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 1,930 kg | 2,140 kg |
| Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 1,700 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Boot spacediffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 540 l | 570 l |
| Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 4,500 × 1,845 × 1,642 mm | 4,755 × 1,920 × 1,660 mm |
| Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 12 October 2022; Euro NCAP, 15 October 2025 | 5 of 5 stars (2022) | 5 of 5 stars (2025) |
| Costs (computed) | ||
| Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-27, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 November 2026; BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026 | €962€11,541 a year on €52,461 | €1,235€14,825 a year on €67,386 |
| Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | €333 – €365all provinces, 2026 | €387 – €423all provinces, 2026 |
| Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | €6.692.8 l/100 km | €7.173 l/100 km |
When do you choose the BMW X1 and when the BMW X3?
Choose the BMW X1 if…
- You want a compact premium SUV with a choice of petrol, diesel, mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid.
- You can charge regularly and want to drive many daily kilometres electrically: the plug-ins manage 76 to 83 km on the WLTP cycle.
- You want a roomy boot: 540 litres in the sDrive18i.
Choose the BMW X3 if…
- You want a midsize SUV that can tow: 2,000 kg (30e xDrive) to 2,500 kg (diesels and M50 xDrive) braked.
- You want to cover part of your daily trips electrically: the 30e xDrive manages 85 to 88 km on the WLTP cycle.
- You value stable, sure-footed handling, which AutoWeek and ANWB praise.
These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.
What do the BMW X1 and the BMW X3 cost per month?
Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the BMW X1 costs per month: fuel about €84 (WLTP consumption 2.8 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €111 – €122 depending on the province, together €195 – €205 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance. For a plug-in hybrid only the stated WLTP consumption is priced; the other part of the driving (electricity or fuel) is not in it.
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the BMW X3 costs per month: fuel about €90 (WLTP consumption 3 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €129 – €141 depending on the province, together €219 – €231 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance. For a plug-in hybrid only the stated WLTP consumption is priced; the other part of the driving (electricity or fuel) is not in it.
Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.
Are there used BMW X1 or BMW X3 cars for sale?
- BMW X1: 551 used cars in our stock, from €12,950. See the used cars
- BMW X3: 400 used cars in our stock, from €7,990. See the used cars
Frequently asked questions
What do the BMW X1 and the BMW X3 cost?
The BMW X1 costs from €53,961 (valid from 1 November 2026) and the BMW X3 from €68,887 (valid from 1 December 2026).
Which goes further, the BMW X1 or the BMW X3?
According to WLTP the BMW X1 manages 76–83 km and the BMW X3 85–88 km. The BMW X3 goes the furthest.
How big is the boot of the BMW X1 and the BMW X3?
The boot of the BMW X1 holds 540 litres and the BMW X3 570 litres.
How safe are the BMW X1 and the BMW X3 according to Euro NCAP?
The BMW X1 scored 5 of 5 stars (2022 test) and the BMW X3 5 of 5 stars (2025 test). The test years differ.
Where can you read more about the BMW X1 and the BMW X3?
- All versions and specifications of the BMW X1
- All versions and specifications of the BMW X3
- Our review of the BMW X1
- Our review of the BMW X3
- Pick and compare versions yourself
Other comparisons
Sources
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: BMW personenauto's per handelsbenaming, nieuw in NL 2026 (data t/m 2026-10-24) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: zitplaatsen, min. massa rijklaar en min. catalogusprijs per handelsbenaming (BMW, nieuw 2026) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- BMW Group Nederland: Prijslijst BMW X1 / iX1 (U11) (ingaande 1 november 2026, versie 2) (document date 1 November 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- BMW Group Nederland: Prijslijst BMW X3 (G45) (ingaande 1 december 2026, versie 1) (document date 1 December 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- BMW Group Nederland: BMW X1 SUV (U11): technische gegevens en motortypes (checked on 26 October 2026)
- BMW Group Nederland: BMW X3: technische gegevens (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: BMW X1 2022 - Euro NCAP assessment (incl. iX1) (document date 12 October 2022, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: BMW X3 2025 - Euro NCAP assessment (document date 15 October 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
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