BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20)
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BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i · Stage 3vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i · Stage 2vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i · Stage 1vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i
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Comparison overview
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BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.5 s
- Fastest top speed261 km/h162 mph
- Most powerful234 hp174 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,490 kg3,285 lb
- Best power-to-weight157 hp/t117 kW/t6.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.0 L/100 km33.6 mpg US40.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.9 L/100 km48.0 mpg US57.6 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,035 km643 mi
- Largest trunk480 L
- Best overall score65/100
- Best performance score61/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp |
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| Power | 234hp174kW+78 hp | 203hp151kW+47 hp | 184hp137kW+28 hp | 156hp116kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,490kg3,285lb | 1,490kg3,285lb | 1,490kg3,285lb | 1,490kg3,285lb |
| Gross weight | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb | 2,050kg4,519lb |
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated | 243 km/h 151 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 62.2s99% target: 258 km/h / 161 mph-7.5 s Calculated | 69.8s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph+0.0 s Calculated | 69.0s99% target: 241 km/h / 149 mph-0.7 s Calculated | 69.8s99% target: 221 km/h / 137 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5s-1.9 s | 7.1s-1.3 s | 7.6s-0.8 s | 8.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 19.6s-14.0 s Calculated | 21.9s-11.7 s Calculated | 25.4s-8.2 s Calculated | 33.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.2s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.8s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.2s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 15.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 157hp/t117kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 136hp/t101kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated | 124hp/t92kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated | 105hp/t78kW/t47hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 260Nm/t174lb-ft/ton Calculated | 227Nm/t152lb-ft/ton Calculated | 205Nm/t137lb-ft/ton Calculated | 168Nm/t112lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,035km643mi Calculated | 1,035km643mi Calculated | 1,035km643mi Calculated | 1,035km643mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu 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 |
| Front track | 1,589mm63in | 1,589mm63in | 1,589mm63in | 1,589mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,604mm63in | 1,604mm63in | 1,604mm63in | 1,604mm63in |
| Ground clearance | 136mm5in | 136mm5in | 136mm5in | 136mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 480L | 480L | 480L | 480L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 59L | 59L | 59L | 59L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 1) 184 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i 156 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 4,500-6,500 rpm | 1,300-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 4,500-6,500 rpm | 1,300-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 4,500-6,500 rpm | 1,300-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 4,500-6,500 rpm | 1,300-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.2 s | 6.8 s | 7.2 s | 8.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.5 s | 7.1 s | 7.6 s | 8.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 19.6 s | 21.9 s | 25.4 s | 33.6 s |
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited | 243 km/h 151 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph |
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60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.6 s | 6.9 s | 7.0 s | 7.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.7 s | 10.1 s | 10.3 s | 10.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.3 s | 12.7 s | 13.1 s | 13.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.4 s | 15.0 s | 15.4 s | 16.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 171 km/h 106 mph | 165 km/h 103 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph | 150 km/h 93 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 156 hp 116 kW |
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp has 78 hp more than BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i 156 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i 156 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp: 78 hp (58 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 1,490 kg 3,285 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)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 261 km/h 162 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 223 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)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 6.5 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 7.1 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 7.6 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 8.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i 156 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 2) 203 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 1) 184 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)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 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)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 136 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.6 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)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 1,035 km 643 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,035 km 643 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 1,035 km 643 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 1,035 km 643 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)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 6.5 s | 261 km/h 162 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 7.1 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.6 s | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 156 hp 116 kW | 8.4 s | 223 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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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 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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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 3) 234 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)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 7.1 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 7.6 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 8.4 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)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 136 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.6 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)318i156 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 234 hp 174 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | 156 hp 116 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.5 s | 7.1 s | 7.6 s | 8.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,035 km 643 mi | 1,035 km 643 mi | 1,035 km 643 mi | 1,035 km 643 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 | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 136 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.6 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) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 2) 203 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 1) 184 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i 156 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.98 LC100 km | 9.98 LC100 km | 9.98 LC100 km | 9.98 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.05 LC100 mi | 16.05 LC100 mi | 16.05 LC100 mi | 16.05 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 855 L226 US gal188 UK gal | 855 L226 US gal188 UK gal | 855 L226 US gal188 UK gal | 855 L226 US gal188 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,496 LC/year | 1,496 LC/year | 1,496 LC/year | 1,496 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp
- Has 31 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 1 km/h (1 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
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (Stage 2) 203 hp
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