Toyota Kluger vs BMW X3
What's the difference?

Toyota Kluger

$49,888 - $87,777

2025 price

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BMW X3

$88,100 - $131,400

2026 price

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Summary

2025 Toyota Kluger

2026 BMW X3

By Emily Agar

By Mark Oastler

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Inline 4, 2.5L

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Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric

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Fuel Efficiency

5.6L/100km (combined)

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Seating

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Likes

Still looks good inside and out
Decent features round out comfort
Practical and easy to drive

M performance
Rear seat knee/headroom
Versatile family/driver’s car

Dislikes

Lacking some newer charging options
No child anchor points in third row
Adaptive cruise control not well-tuned

No ANCAP
Prefers premium fuel
Rear seat shoulder room for three adults

2025 Toyota Kluger Summary

Straight off the bat, let's just acknowledge that there's nothing new about the Toyota Kluger large SUV for 2025 – but that might not be a bad thing.

In a world where there seems to be some new fangdangled piece of car tech out there that works on paper but not in reality - like keyfobs that don't unlock the car properly, or multimedia systems that are just too darn smart for their own good.

There is something quite charming about the familiar specs and on-road comfort of the mid-spec Toyota Kluger GXL seven-seater we're family testing this week. In true Toyota style, it has a healthy mix of the tradition thrown in with workable technology.

It's newer seven-seat SUV rivals might try to tell you that the old Kluger is starting to fall behind, but is it? Or will simplicity win out for tired parents who just want an SUV to do what it says it will?

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2026 BMW X3 Summary

BMW has recently launched its fourth-generation (G45) X3 range, which comprises three petrol variants including the entry-level 20 xDrive, mid-grade 30e xDrive PHEV and top-shelf M50 xDrive.

The new trio brings revised powertrains, new exterior and interior styling, increased standard equipment, enhanced technology and an emphasis on the use of sustainable materials.

We recently trialled the five-seater flagship to see if it has the right mix of performance and practicality to maintain the X3’s enduring appeal for Aussie families.

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Deep dive comparison

2025 Toyota Kluger 2026 BMW X3

Verdict

The Toyota Kluger GXL Hybrid has been the ultimate SUV this week, as it fits my gear and family in comfort, the on-road handling is excellent and the fuel usage makes owning this long term actually feasible.

This is a great example of a mid-spec seven-seater that is both functional and comfortable. There’s lots to satisfy here and even though it hasn’t been updated, it may be a case of ‘if it aint broke, don’t fix it’.

Verdict

This is a highly competent all-rounder, given that it has the comfort and practicality for urban family duties yet with its revered M breeding can produce a level of performance which, in competent hands, could hold its own at a track day where its capabilities could be safely explored.

Toyota Kluger vs BMW X3 What's the difference?

Summary

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Verdict

Verdict

Toyota Kluger vs BMW X3
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