BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20)
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BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d · Stage 3vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d · Stage 2vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d · Stage 1vsBMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d
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Comparison overview
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BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 3) 411 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.9 s
- Fastest top speed295 km/h183 mph
- Most powerful411 hp306 kW
- Highest torque928 Nm684 lb-ft
- Lightest1,660 kg3,660 lb
- Best power-to-weight247 hp/t185 kW/t4.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions140 g/km
- Best estimated range1,093 km679 mi
- Largest trunk480 L
- Best overall score83/100
- Best performance score87/100
- Best economy score92/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp |
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| Power | 411hp306kW+146 hp | 358hp267kW+93 hp | 318hp237kW+53 hp | 265hp198kW |
| Torque | 928Nm684lb-ft+348 Nm | 812Nm599lb-ft+232 Nm | 725Nm535lb-ft+145 Nm | 580Nm428lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,660kg3,660lb | 1,660kg3,660lb | 1,660kg3,660lb | 1,660kg3,660lb |
| Gross weight | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb |
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 39.2s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-10.8 s Calculated | 42.8s99% target: 281 km/h / 175 mph-7.2 s Calculated | 45.6s99% target: 271 km/h / 169 mph-4.4 s Calculated | 50.0s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9s-1.2 s | 4.2s-0.9 s | 4.6s-0.5 s | 5.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 10.2s-5.5 s Calculated | 11.6s-4.0 s Calculated | 13.1s-2.6 s Calculated | 15.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.7s-1.2 s Calculated | 4.1s-0.8 s Calculated | 4.4s-0.5 s Calculated | 4.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.5s-1.6 s Calculated | 12.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 12.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 247hp/t185kW/t112hp/1000 lb Calculated | 216hp/t161kW/t98hp/1000 lb Calculated | 192hp/t143kW/t87hp/1000 lb Calculated | 160hp/t119kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 559Nm/t374lb-ft/ton Calculated | 489Nm/t327lb-ft/ton Calculated | 437Nm/t292lb-ft/ton Calculated | 349Nm/t234lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,093km679mi Calculated | 1,093km679mi Calculated | 1,093km679mi Calculated | 1,093km679mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in |
| Length | 4,709mm185in | 4,709mm185in | 4,709mm185in | 4,709mm185in |
| Width | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in |
| Height | 1,445mm57in | 1,445mm57in | 1,445mm57in | 1,445mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in |
| Front track | 1,573mm62in | 1,573mm62in | 1,573mm62in | 1,573mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,567mm62in | 1,567mm62in | 1,567mm62in | 1,567mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 135mm5in | 135mm5in | 135mm5in | 135mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 480L | 480L | 480L | 480L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 59L | 59L | 59L | 59L |
| CO2 emissions | 140g/km | 140g/km | 140g/km | 140g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 3) 411 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 2) 358 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 1) 318 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d 265 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 4,000 rpm | 1,750-2,750 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.1 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.9 s | 4.2 s | 4.6 s | 5.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 10.2 s | 11.6 s | 13.1 s | 15.7 s |
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
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60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.3 s | 5.5 s | 5.6 s | 5.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.7 s | 8.0 s | 8.3 s | 8.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.7 s | 10.2 s | 10.5 s | 11.1 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.5 s | 12.0 s | 12.4 s | 13.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 213 km/h 132 mph | 203 km/h 126 mph | 195 km/h 121 mph | 184 km/h 114 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 411 hp 306 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 358 hp 267 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 318 hp 237 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 3) 411 hp has 146 hp more than BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d 265 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d 265 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 3) 411 hp: 146 hp (109 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 928 Nm 684 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 812 Nm 599 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 725 Nm 535 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 580 Nm 428 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 1,660 kg 3,660 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)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 274 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 3.9 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 4.2 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 4.6 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 5.1 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 3) 411 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d 265 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 2) 358 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 1) 318 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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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 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)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 247 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 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)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 1,093 km 679 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 1,093 km 679 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 1,093 km 679 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 1,093 km 679 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)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 411 hp 306 kW | 3.9 s | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 358 hp 267 kW | 4.2 s | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 318 hp 237 kW | 4.6 s | 274 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 5.1 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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)330d (Stage 3)411 hp |
| 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp |
| 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp |
| 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp |
| 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 3) 411 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)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 3.9 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 4.6 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 5.1 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)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | 247 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 3)411 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 2)358 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d (Stage 1)318 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)330d265 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 411 hp 306 kW | 358 hp 267 kW | 318 hp 237 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 928 Nm 684 lb-ft | 812 Nm 599 lb-ft | 725 Nm 535 lb-ft | 580 Nm 428 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.9 s | 4.2 s | 4.6 s | 5.1 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,093 km 679 mi | 1,093 km 679 mi | 1,093 km 679 mi | 1,093 km 679 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 140 g/km | 140 g/km | 140 g/km | 140 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 | 247 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 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) 330d (Stage 3) 411 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 2) 358 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 1) 318 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d 265 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.45 LC100 km | 9.45 LC100 km | 9.45 LC100 km | 9.45 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 15.21 LC100 mi | 15.21 LC100 mi | 15.21 LC100 mi | 15.21 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 810 L214 US gal178 UK gal | 810 L214 US gal178 UK gal | 810 L214 US gal178 UK gal | 810 L214 US gal178 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,418 LC/year | 1,418 LC/year | 1,418 LC/year | 1,418 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 330d (Stage 3) 411 hp
- Has 53 hp more
- Has 116 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 32 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) 330d (Stage 2) 358 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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