
BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) · Facelift 2015
Car comparison
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparison
BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) · Facelift 2015

BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) · Facelift 2015

BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) · Facelift 2015

BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) · Facelift 2015
Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.
| Model | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 281hp209kW+100 hp | 244hp182kW+63 hp | 217hp162kW+36 hp | 181hp135kW |
| Torque | 608Nm448lb-ft+228 Nm | 532Nm392lb-ft+152 Nm | 475Nm350lb-ft+95 Nm | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,676kg3,695lb | 1,676kg3,695lb | 1,676kg3,695lb | 1,676kg3,695lb |
| Gross weight | 2,093kg4,614lb | 2,093kg4,614lb | 2,093kg4,614lb | 2,093kg4,614lb |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | Unrestricted 220 km/h137 mph Restricted 210 km/h130 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 60.0s99% target: 260 km/h / 162 mph-7.2 s Calculated | 63.6s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-3.7 s Calculated | 66.1s99% target: 239 km/h / 148 mph-1.1 s Calculated | 67.3s99% target: 218 km/h / 135 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9s-1.9 s | 6.4s-1.3 s | 6.9s-0.8 s | 7.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.0s-15.5 s Calculated | 21.0s-12.5 s Calculated | 24.2s-9.3 s Calculated | 33.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.8s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.4s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.8s-0.8 s Calculated | 15.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 167hp/t125kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 146hp/t109kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated | 130hp/t97kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated | 108hp/t81kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 363Nm/t243lb-ft/ton Calculated | 317Nm/t212lb-ft/ton Calculated | 283Nm/t190lb-ft/ton Calculated | 227Nm/t152lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 826km513mi Calculated | 826km513mi Calculated | 826km513mi Calculated | 826km513mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,643mm183in | 4,643mm183in | 4,643mm183in | 4,643mm183in |
| Width | 1,811mm71in | 1,811mm71in | 1,811mm71in | 1,811mm71in |
| Height | 1,434mm56in | 1,434mm56in | 1,434mm56in | 1,434mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in | 2,810mm111in |
| Front track | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 480L | 480L | 480L | 480L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 57L | 57L | 57L | 57L |
Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.9 s | 6.4 s | 6.9 s | 7.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.0 s | 21.0 s | 24.2 s | 33.5 s |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | Unrestricted 220 km/h137 mph Restricted 210 km/h130 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.6 s | 9.8 s | 10.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.7 s | 12.2 s | 12.6 s | 13.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.8 s | 14.4 s | 14.8 s | 15.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 176 km/h 109 mph | 168 km/h 104 mph | 162 km/h 101 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph |
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 281 hp 209 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 244 hp 182 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 217 hp 162 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 181 hp 135 kW |
BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 3) 281 hp has 100 hp more than BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d 181 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d 181 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 3) 281 hp: 100 hp (74 kW).
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 1,676 kg 3,695 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 1,676 kg 3,695 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 1,676 kg 3,695 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 1,676 kg 3,695 lb |
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | Unrestricted 220 km/h137 mph Restricted 210 km/h130 mph |
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 3) 281 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d 181 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 2) 244 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 1) 217 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 108 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp |
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 826 km 513 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 826 km 513 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 826 km 513 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 826 km 513 mi |
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 281 hp 209 kW | 5.9 s | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 244 hp 182 kW | 6.4 s | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 217 hp 162 kW | 6.9 s | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 181 hp 135 kW | 7.7 s | Unrestricted 220 km/h137 mph Restricted 210 km/h130 mph |
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Practicality score | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp |
|
| ||||||||||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp |
|
| ||||||||||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp |
|
| ||||||||||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp |
|
| ||||||||||||||
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 3) 281 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 7.7 s |
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
|---|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | 108 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Vehicle | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 3)281 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 2)244 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d (Stage 1)217 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI)Facelift 2015328d181 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 281 hp 209 kW | 244 hp 182 kW | 217 hp 162 kW | 181 hp 135 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.9 s | 6.4 s | 6.9 s | 7.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | Unrestricted 220 km/h137 mph Restricted 210 km/h130 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,676 kg 3,695 lb | 1,676 kg 3,695 lb | 1,676 kg 3,695 lb | 1,676 kg 3,695 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Practicality |
|
|
|
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Range score | 826 km 513 mi | 826 km 513 mi | 826 km 513 mi | 826 km 513 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 480 L 17.0 cu ft | 480 L 17.0 cu ft | 480 L 17.0 cu ft | 480 L 17.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 108 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.
Enter the fuel price in your local currency, for example €/L, $/gal, £/L or any other local currency.
LC = Local Currency
| Vehicle | BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 3) 281 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 2) 244 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d (Stage 1) 217 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30 LCI) Facelift 2015 328d 181 hp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumption | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year |
Pros
No measurable advantages in the available data.























