BMW X3 M50 xDrive
0/5 (0)
$128,900
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs
Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid
0/5 (0)
$136,790
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

X3 M50 xDrive
Overview
Touareg R eHybrid
2024 - Present
Year
2018 - Present
2998
Engine
2995
293
Power
250
Petrol
Fuel
PHEV
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

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X3 M50 xDrive
Specification
Touareg R eHybrid
2998
Engine Capacity
2995
B58
Engine Code
—
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
V6
6
Number of Cylinders
6
Turbocharged
Aspiration
Turbocharged
—
Battery Capacity Gross
17.9
—
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
—
Energy Consumption
21.1
293
Power
250
580
Torque
450
250
Top Speed
250
—
AC Charging Power
7.2
AWD
Drive Type
AWD
8.2
Fuel Economy Combined
5.7
Euro 6
Emission Standard
Euro 6
255 / 45R20 front, 285 / 40R20 rear
Tyre Size
285 / 35 R22
20
Wheel Size
22
5
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
M Sport ventilated disc
Front Brakes
6-piston ventilated discs
M Sport ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Single-piston ventilated discs
Adaptive M double-joint spring strut
Front Suspension
Five-link MacPherson strut air suspension
Adaptive M five-link
Rear Suspension
Five-link air suspension
Variable sport steering
Steering Type
Electromechanical all-wheel steering
7
Number of Airbags
8
2500
Towing Capacity
3500
12.0
Turning Circle
12.19

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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X3 M50 xDrive
Dimension
Touareg R eHybrid
65
Fuel Tank Capacity
75
4755
Length
4889
1920
Width
1984
1660
Height
1757
2865
Wheelbase
2888
—
Ground Clearance
180
2055
Kerb Weight
2415
570
Boot Space
810

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

X3 M50 xDrive
Feature
Touareg R eHybrid
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

X3 M50 xDrive
Feature
Touareg R eHybrid
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

X3 M50 xDrive
Feature
Touareg R eHybrid
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

X3 M50 xDrive
Feature
Touareg R eHybrid
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Charging & Battery Tech

X3 M50 xDrive
Feature
Touareg R eHybrid
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump

EV / Hybrid Drive Features

X3 M50 xDrive
Feature
Touareg R eHybrid
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G

PHEV / EV-specific features

X3 M50 xDrive
Feature
Touareg R eHybrid
EV Drive Mode
Hybrid Drive Mode
Charge Mode
Charge Scheduling
DC Fast Charging Support

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

BMW X3 M50 xDrive

Pros

  • +Powerful 293 kW performance
  • +Rapid 4.6 second acceleration
  • +Strong 2500 kg towing capacity
  • +Adaptive M suspension
  • +Large 570 litre boot

Cons

  • −Highest purchase price
  • −Higher fuel consumption
  • −Expensive tyres and brakes
  • −Premium fuel recommended
  • −Firm ride on large wheels

Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid

Pros

  • +Very strong 340 kW output
  • +Useful electric commuting range
  • +Excellent 3500 kg towing capacity
  • +Fast and refined performance
  • +Comprehensive luxury equipment

Cons

  • −Very high purchase price
  • −Heavy kerb weight
  • −No DC fast charging
  • −Only five seats
  • −Efficiency depends on regular charging

Which one should you buy?

Best for Performance: Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid

System power around 340 kW supports a solid performance score. Combined system power is prioritised for plug-in hybrid scoring.

Best for Value: Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid

Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.

Best for Practicality / Space: Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid

Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.

Best Overall: Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid

Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.

Our Recommendation

Choose BMW X3 M50 xDrive if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Choose Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Bottom Line: Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid leads on performance, Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid leads on value and Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid leads on practicality.

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