BMW iX3 vs Volkswagen T-Cross
BMW iX3
BMW’s electric mid-size SUV.
VS
Volkswagen T-Cross
Volkswagen’s compact urban SUV.
First car
Second car
Pick this one if…
BMW iX3
Pick the iX3 for a practical, refined electric SUV with familiar BMW dynamics and a mature real-world range.
Best engine: The iX3 (286 hp, rear-wheel drive).
Read the full guide
Pick this one if…
Volkswagen T-Cross
Pick the T-Cross for an agile urban SUV with a high seat, clever interior packaging and low running costs.
Best engine: The 1.0 TSI (115 hp).
Read the full guide
Performance
iX3 · Electric vs 1.0 TSI 115 · Petrol
| BMW iX3 | Volkswagen T-Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
286 hp
Winner
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115 hp
|
| Torque |
400 Nm
Winner
|
200 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
6,8 s
Winner
|
10,0 s
|
| Top speed |
180 km/h
|
193 km/h
Winner
|
| Power-to-weight |
131,2 hp/t
Winner
|
96,6 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
0 g/km
Winner
|
120 g/km
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
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5,3 L/100km
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Dimensions & space
| BMW iX3 | Volkswagen T-Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
510 L
Winner
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455 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.560 L
Winner
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1.281 L
|
| Wheelbase |
2,86 m
Winner
|
2,55 m
|
| Length |
4,73 m
|
4,14 m
|
| Width |
1,89 m
|
1,76 m
|
| Height |
1,67 m
|
1,57 m
|
| Seats |
5
|
5
|
Powertrain & tech
| BMW iX3 | Volkswagen T-Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | CLAR (based on the X3 G01, electric) | MQB A0 (transverse, shared with the Polo/Taigo) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | Single electric motor (fifth-generation eDrive) | EA211/EA211 evo 1.0/1.5 TSI · EA288 1.6 TDI |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol · Diesel |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic (fixed ratio) | 5/6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG |
| Euro standard | N/A (electric) | Euro 6d (all engines) |
| LEZ access | Zero-emission — unrestricted access in all LEZ zones | Euro 6d petrol/diesel allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
BMW iX3
- 12V battery issues (occasional)
- Parking-sensor or camera faults
- Higher tyre wear due to weight and torque
Volkswagen T-Cross
- DQ200 DSG shift quality (dry clutch)
- Timing belt + water pump (EA211)
- Infotainment glitches on early cars
Pros
BMW iX3
- Practical, familiar X3 packaging with a 510 L boot
- Proven single-motor drivetrain (less complexity)
- Refined, quiet drive with familiar BMW character
Volkswagen T-Cross
- High seating position and good visibility
- Flexible sliding rear bench
- Thrifty 1.0 TSI engines with low CO2
Cons
BMW iX3
- No frunk and no all-wheel drive available
- Firm ride on larger wheels and M Sport
Volkswagen T-Cross
- Rear bench tight for three adults
- Pre-facelift interior plainer
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Belgian taxes & LEZ
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For sale at dealers
BMW iX3
10 for sale · from € 31.995
BMW iX3 electric · Panoramic roof · Camera · CarPlay · 80kwh
€ 31.995
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DR Motors
BMW iX3 electric · Panoramic roof · 360° camera · CarPlay
€ 50.950
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Garage D'hont
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€ 79.950
Auto Frank BV
Auto Frank BV
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€ 42.900
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Volkswagen T-Cross
28 for sale · from € 11.950
Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0 TSI · CarPlay · Leather · Sport seats
€ 12.990
click2move by Declerc
click2move by Declerc
Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0 TSI · CarPlay · LED · Adaptive cruise control
€ 19.990
click2move by Declerc
click2move by Declerc
Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0 TSI · Camera · CarPlay · Leather
€ 13.995
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DR Motors
Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0 TSI · 360° camera · CarPlay · Navigation
€ 22.750
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