BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20)
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BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d · Stage 3vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d · Stage 2vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d · Stage 1vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d
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Comparison overview
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BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.3 s
- Fastest top speed264 km/h164 mph
- Most powerful233 hp173 kW
- Highest torque512 Nm378 lb-ft
- Lightest1,455 kg3,208 lb
- Best power-to-weight160 hp/t119 kW/t6.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.2 L/100 km56.0 mpg US67.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions118 g/km
- Best estimated range889 km552 mi
- Largest trunk480 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score64/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp |
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| Power | 233hp173kW+83 hp | 203hp151kW+53 hp | 180hp134kW+30 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 512Nm378lb-ft+192 Nm | 448Nm330lb-ft+128 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft+80 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,455kg3,208lb | 1,455kg3,208lb | 1,455kg3,208lb | 1,455kg3,208lb |
| Gross weight | 2,085kg4,597lb | 2,085kg4,597lb | 2,085kg4,597lb | 2,085kg4,597lb |
| Top speed | 264 km/h 164 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 60.7s99% target: 261 km/h / 162 mph-8.6 s Calculated | 65.0s99% target: 251 km/h / 156 mph-4.4 s Calculated | 68.3s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph-1.0 s Calculated | 69.4s99% target: 222 km/h / 138 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3s-2.0 s | 6.9s-1.4 s | 7.4s-0.9 s | 8.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.7s-14.1 s Calculated | 21.6s-11.2 s Calculated | 24.4s-8.5 s Calculated | 32.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.0s-1.9 s Calculated | 6.6s-1.3 s Calculated | 7.1s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.2s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.8s-1.3 s Calculated | 15.2s-0.8 s Calculated | 16.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 160hp/t119kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated | 139hp/t104kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated | 124hp/t92kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated | 103hp/t77kW/t47hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 352Nm/t235lb-ft/ton Calculated | 308Nm/t206lb-ft/ton Calculated | 275Nm/t184lb-ft/ton Calculated | 220Nm/t147lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 889km552mi Calculated | 889km552mi Calculated | 889km552mi Calculated | 889km552mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in | 1,995cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,709mm185in | 4,709mm185in | 4,709mm185in | 4,709mm185in |
| Width | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in |
| Height | 1,435mm56in | 1,435mm56in | 1,435mm56in | 1,435mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in |
| Max trunk volume | 480L | 480L | 480L | 480L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 40L | 40L | 40L | 40L |
| CO2 emissions | 118g/km | 118g/km | 118g/km | 118g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 3) 233 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 1) 180 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,500-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,500-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,500-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,500-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.1 s | 7.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.7 s | 21.6 s | 24.4 s | 32.8 s |
| Top speed | 264 km/h 164 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.8 s | 7.0 s | 7.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.5 s | 9.9 s | 10.2 s | 10.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.1 s | 12.6 s | 13.0 s | 13.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.2 s | 14.8 s | 15.2 s | 16.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 174 km/h 108 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 151 km/h 94 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 3) 233 hp has 83 hp more than BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d 150 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 3) 233 hp: 83 hp (62 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 512 Nm 378 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 448 Nm 330 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 224 km/h 139 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 6.3 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 6.9 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 7.4 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 8.3 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 3) 233 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d 150 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 2) 203 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 1) 180 hp, separated by only 0.5 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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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 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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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 889 km 552 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 889 km 552 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 889 km 552 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 889 km 552 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW | 6.3 s | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 6.9 s | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.4 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.3 s | 224 km/h 139 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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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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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 3) 233 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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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 8.3 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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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 3)233 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d (Stage 1)180 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318d150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 233 hp 173 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 512 Nm 378 lb-ft | 448 Nm 330 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 264 km/h 164 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 889 km 552 mi | 889 km 552 mi | 889 km 552 mi | 889 km 552 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 118 g/km | 118 g/km | 118 g/km | 118 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 3) 233 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 2) 203 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 1) 180 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 21 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
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318d (Stage 2) 203 hp
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