Range Rover Velar vs BMW IX3
What's the difference?

Range Rover Velar

$76,990 - $117,888

2024 price

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BMW IX3

$89,900 - $109,900

2026 price

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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLS

Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

Summary

2024 Range Rover Velar

2026 BMW IX3

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Bi Turbo 4, 2.0L

Electric motor type

Electromagnetically Excited

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Fuel Efficiency

2.2L/100km (combined)

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Energy consumption

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18.8 kWh/100km

Electric range

69 km

805 km

Battery capacity

19.20 kWh

108.70 kWh

Seating

Likes

External looks shout prestige
Comfortable and practical cabin
Pleasant on-road manners

Great driving range
Spacious cabin for the whole family
Excellent real-world efficiency

Dislikes

Not as well-specified as it should be
Optional styling can make the cabin look cheap and nasty
PHEV element will only work for those who regularly charge

Optioned wheels hurt range
Fussy ride on rough roads
Missing features for flagship grade

2024 Range Rover Velar Summary

The new Range Rover Velar P400e Dynamic HSE, or P400e for short, is the first Velar offered with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. In theory, this should make it a solid contender for those wanting a luxury SUV that produces a smaller and greener footprint.

It’s not as big as its Range Rover siblings, so if you’re after a sleeker Rangie that can do some 'mild' adventuring on the weekends while still looking flash during the week, this may be the one you’re looking for.

It faces competition from the BMW X5, Volvo XC90 and… at a stretch, the Porsche Cayenne. I’ve spent a week with the mid-level P400e Velar to see how it stacks up for everyday use.

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2026 BMW IX3 Summary

We’re in the new BMW iX3, the first production model to arrive on BMW’s Neue Klasse (new class) EV architecture. We’re testing the flagship 50 xDrive, and it begs the question: has BMW actually managed to make its next generation of EVs feel like a proper Bimmer? Buyers expect a lot from that badge when it comes to ride and handling, so does this electric SUV actually deliver?

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Deep dive comparison

2024 Range Rover Velar 2026 BMW IX3

Verdict

The Range Rover Velar P400e looks damn sexy and is large enough to house your family comfortably while still being easy to manoeuvre around town.

But I’m not a fan of these luxury brands forcing you to pay extra for what should be standard features when you’re at this grade level and price point. This is a model I’d pay close attention to in terms of the optional trims required to maintain a high-end feel.

But the powertrain works quite well here and it has pleasant on-road manners.

Verdict

The BMW iX3 50 xDrive is a seriously quick electric SUV that earns points for its family practicality, while its impressive range could go a long way towards easing range anxiety. The ride isn’t always as settled as I’d like, but for the most part, this is a well-executed premium EV.

Range Rover Velar vs BMW IX3 What's the difference?

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Range Rover Velar vs BMW IX3
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