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BMW X3 vs BYD Tang — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the BMW X3 and the BYD Tang: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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The BMW X3 is 4% more expensive than the BYD Tang (MAD 729,000 vs MAD 699,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | BMW X3 | BYD Tang |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | BYD |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Single-speed |
| Power | 299 ch | 517 ch |
| Battery | — | 108.8 kWh |
| Range | — | 530 km |
| Consumption | 7.2 L/100 km | — |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 729,000 | MAD 699,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 999,000 | MAD 699,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
BMWX3
Pros
- MA premium C-SUV segment best-seller — ~40% of BMW MA sales
- xDrive30e PHEV 90 km EV WLTP — TVM ~700 MAD/year + 100k MAD premium < GLC 300 e
- M50 xDrive 398 hp / 0-100 in 4.6 s — 90k MAD cheaper than AMG GLC 43
- iDrive 9.0 + 14.9'' Curved Display + gesture control — best on-board tech
- Standard smart xDrive AWD from entry (vs Mercedes 4MATIC option)
Watch-outs
- 729k MAD entry higher than Q5 (~10k) and XC60 (~110k)
- No 7-seat version (BMW X5 required from 1,199k)
- No abundant recent used MA stock — X3 G45 too new (2024 launch)
BYDTang
Pros
- Analysing Moroccan-market strengths…
Watch-outs
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Frequently asked — BMW X3 vs BYD Tang
BMW X3 or BYD Tang: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the BYD Tang (entry MAD 699,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the BMW X3 and the BYD Tang?
The BMW X3 starts at MAD 729,000 versus MAD 699,000 for the BYD Tang, a 4% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the BMW X3 and BYD Tang be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.