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Toyota Mirai (1st Generation)
Sedan · Hydrogen · FWD
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BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Sedan · Hybrid · FWD
Toyota Mirai (1st Generation)
Car A
Toyota Mirai (1st Generation)
A hydrogen fuel cell option with strong reliability and safety signals, the first‑gen Mirai fits city driving and small families with its 4‑seat layout. Its 500 km range and calm FWD demeanor make it a sensible, value‑minded choice within its niche.
4 seatsSedanHydrogen5-star safety
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Car B
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
The BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e is a plug-in hybrid saloon that blends efficient commuting with strong performance, offering good value in its segment. A 50 km electric range and a 480-liter boot suit city use and growing families, though FWD and the saloon layout are less ideal for winter traction and cargo-heavy needs.
5 seatsSedanHybrid5-star safety292 hpHybrid
Why compared same body typesame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 57 / 63
City 53 / 56
Budget / value 61 / 66
Road trip 51 / 48
Performance 27 / 32
Cargo 18 / 26
Practical 47 / 50
Premium 30 / 50
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Toyota Mirai (1st Generation) · Orange = BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Toyota Mirai (1st Generation) BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
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Pros & cons

Toyota Mirai (1st Generation)

  • 500 km range supports commuting and weekend trips
  • Signals highlight reliability and safety as key strengths
  • City‑friendly manners from FWD and 0–100 km/h in 9 s
  • Four seats and a 371‑L trunk suit small‑family errands

BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e

  • Efficient for its class with 1.7 combined consumption.
  • 50 km electric range fits city commutes.
  • Strong performance: 292 hp and 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s.
  • 5 seats and a 480 L boot support growing-family duties.

Verdict

Pick Toyota Mirai (1st Generation) if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Toyota Mirai (1st Generation) is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e if…
More power
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e puts out 292 hp vs 113 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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