Alpina B3 (E90)
Car comparison
Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo · Stage 3vsAlpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo · Stage 2vsAlpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo · Stage 1vsAlpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)
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3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)
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3.0i Biturbo
Comparison overview
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Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3) 540 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.8 s
- Fastest top speed327 km/h203 mph
- Most powerful540 hp403 kW
- Highest torque775 Nm572 lb-ft
- Lightest1,645 kg3,627 lb
- Best power-to-weight328 hp/t245 kW/t3.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption10.2 L/100 km23.1 mpg US27.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption14.7 L/100 km16.0 mpg US19.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption7.6 L/100 km30.9 mpg US37.2 mpg UK
- Best estimated range618 km384 mi
- Largest trunk450 L
- Best overall score86/100
- Best performance score92/100
- Best economy score79/100
- Best practicality score73/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp |
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| Power | 540hp403kW+180 hp | 468hp349kW+108 hp | 425hp317kW+65 hp | 360hp268kW |
| Torque | 775Nm572lb-ft+275 Nm | 675Nm498lb-ft+175 Nm | 610Nm450lb-ft+110 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb |
| Gross weight | 2,090kg4,608lb | 2,090kg4,608lb | 2,090kg4,608lb | 2,090kg4,608lb |
| Top speed | 327 km/h 203 mph | 314 km/h 195 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 41.5s99% target: 324 km/h / 201 mph-10.5 s Calculated | 46.2s99% target: 311 km/h / 193 mph-5.9 s Calculated | 49.2s99% target: 302 km/h / 188 mph-2.8 s Calculated | 52.1s99% target: 277 km/h / 172 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s-1.1 s | 4.2s-0.7 s | 4.4s-0.5 s | 4.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 9.3s-4.7 s Calculated | 10.7s-3.4 s Calculated | 11.7s-2.3 s Calculated | 14.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 4.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.2s-0.5 s Calculated | 4.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 10.2L/100 km23.1mpg US27.7mpg UK | 10.2L/100 km23.1mpg US27.7mpg UK | 10.2L/100 km23.1mpg US27.7mpg UK | 10.2L/100 km23.1mpg US27.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 14.7L/100 km16mpg US19.2mpg UK | 14.7L/100 km16mpg US19.2mpg UK | 14.7L/100 km16mpg US19.2mpg UK | 14.7L/100 km16mpg US19.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.2s-1.6 s Calculated | 11.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 12.1s-0.7 s Calculated | 12.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 328hp/t245kW/t149hp/1000 lb Calculated | 284hp/t212kW/t129hp/1000 lb Calculated | 258hp/t193kW/t117hp/1000 lb Calculated | 219hp/t163kW/t99hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 471Nm/t315lb-ft/ton Calculated | 410Nm/t275lb-ft/ton Calculated | 371Nm/t248lb-ft/ton Calculated | 304Nm/t203lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 618km384mi Calculated | 618km384mi Calculated | 618km384mi Calculated | 618km384mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in |
| Length | 4,545mm179in | 4,545mm179in | 4,545mm179in | 4,545mm179in |
| Width | 1,817mm72in | 1,817mm72in | 1,817mm72in | 1,817mm72in |
| Height | 1,422mm56in | 1,422mm56in | 1,422mm56in | 1,422mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,760mm109in | 2,760mm109in | 2,760mm109in | 2,760mm109in |
| Front track | 1,500mm59in | 1,500mm59in | 1,500mm59in | 1,500mm59in |
| Rear track | 1,513mm60in | 1,513mm60in | 1,513mm60in | 1,513mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 450L | 450L | 450L | 450L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 63L | 63L | 63L | 63L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3) 540 hp: Power / Torque
- Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2) 468 hp: Power / Torque
- Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1) 425 hp: Power / Torque
- Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo 360 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 5,500-6,000 rpm | 3,800-5,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 5,500-6,000 rpm | 3,800-5,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 5,500-6,000 rpm | 3,800-5,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 5,500-6,000 rpm | 3,800-5,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 9.3 s | 10.7 s | 11.7 s | 14.0 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 37.7 s | - | - | - |
| Top speed | 327 km/h 203 mph | 314 km/h 195 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.4 s | 5.6 s | 5.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.6 s | 7.9 s | 8.1 s | 8.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.6 s | 10.0 s | 10.3 s | 10.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.2 s | 11.7 s | 12.1 s | 12.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 223 km/h 139 mph | 212 km/h 131 mph | 204 km/h 127 mph | 191 km/h 118 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 540 hp 403 kW |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 468 hp 349 kW |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 425 hp 317 kW |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 360 hp 268 kW |
Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3) 540 hp has 180 hp more than Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo 360 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo 360 hp and Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3) 540 hp: 180 hp (134 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 327 km/h 203 mph |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 314 km/h 195 mph |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 305 km/h 190 mph |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 280 km/h 174 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 3.8 s |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 4.2 s |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 4.4 s |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 4.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3) 540 hp and Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo 360 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2) 468 hp and Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1) 425 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 328 hp/t 245 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 284 hp/t 212 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 258 hp/t 193 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 618 km 384 mi |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 618 km 384 mi |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 618 km 384 mi |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 618 km 384 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 540 hp 403 kW | 3.8 s | 327 km/h 203 mph |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 468 hp 349 kW | 4.2 s | 314 km/h 195 mph |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 425 hp 317 kW | 4.4 s | 305 km/h 190 mph |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 360 hp 268 kW | 4.9 s | 280 km/h 174 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp |
| 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp |
| 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp |
| 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp |
| 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3) 540 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | 4.4 s |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | 328 hp/t 245 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | 284 hp/t 212 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | 258 hp/t 193 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK |
| AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3)540 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2)468 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1)425 hp | AlpinaB3 (E90)3.0i Biturbo360 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 540 hp 403 kW | 468 hp 349 kW | 425 hp 317 kW | 360 hp 268 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 327 km/h 203 mph | 314 km/h 195 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | 10.2 L/100 km 23.1 mpg US 27.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 618 km 384 mi | 618 km 384 mi | 618 km 384 mi | 618 km 384 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 450 L 15.9 cu ft | 450 L 15.9 cu ft | 450 L 15.9 cu ft | 450 L 15.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 328 hp/t 245 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 284 hp/t 212 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 258 hp/t 193 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3) 540 hp | Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2) 468 hp | Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 1) 425 hp | Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo 360 hp |
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| Consumption | 10.2 L/100 km23.1 mpg US27.7 mpg UK | 10.2 L/100 km23.1 mpg US27.7 mpg UK | 10.2 L/100 km23.1 mpg US27.7 mpg UK | 10.2 L/100 km23.1 mpg US27.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 17.85 LC100 km | 17.85 LC100 km | 17.85 LC100 km | 17.85 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 28.73 LC100 mi | 28.73 LC100 mi | 28.73 LC100 mi | 28.73 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,530 L404 US gal337 UK gal | 1,530 L404 US gal337 UK gal | 1,530 L404 US gal337 UK gal | 1,530 L404 US gal337 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,678 LC/year | 2,678 LC/year | 2,678 LC/year | 2,678 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 3) 540 hp
- Has 72 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 44 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Alpina B3 (E90) 3.0i Biturbo (Stage 2) 468 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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