BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20)
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Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Comparison overview
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BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 3) 527 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.5 s
- Fastest top speed338 km/h210 mph
- Most powerful527 hp393 kW
- Highest torque1,120 Nm826 lb-ft
- Lightest1,820 kg4,012 lb
- Best power-to-weight290 hp/t216 kW/t3.5 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,035 km643 mi
- Largest trunk480 L
- Best overall score87/100
- Best performance score93/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp |
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| Power | 527hp393kW+187 hp | 459hp342kW+119 hp | 408hp304kW+68 hp | 340hp254kW |
| Torque | 1,120Nm826lb-ft+420 Nm | 980Nm723lb-ft+280 Nm | 875Nm645lb-ft+175 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb |
| Gross weight | 2,325kg5,126lb | 2,325kg5,126lb | 2,325kg5,126lb | 2,325kg5,126lb |
| Top speed | 338 km/h 210 mph | 322 km/h 200 mph | 309 km/h 192 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 39.9s99% target: 335 km/h / 208 mph-5.6 s Calculated | 43.6s99% target: 319 km/h / 198 mph-1.9 s Calculated | 46.4s99% target: 306 km/h / 190 mph+1.0 s Calculated | 45.4s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5s-1.1 s | 3.8s-0.8 s | 4.1s-0.5 s | 4.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 8.5s-5.3 s Calculated | 9.7s-4.1 s Calculated | 10.8s-3.0 s Calculated | 13.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.4s-1.0 s Calculated | 3.7s-0.7 s Calculated | 3.9s-0.5 s Calculated | 4.4s 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 | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 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 |
| Quarter mile | 10.8s-1.7 s Calculated | 11.3s-1.2 s Calculated | 11.7s-0.8 s Calculated | 12.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 290hp/t216kW/t131hp/1000 lb Calculated | 252hp/t188kW/t114hp/1000 lb Calculated | 224hp/t167kW/t102hp/1000 lb Calculated | 187hp/t139kW/t85hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 615Nm/t412lb-ft/ton Calculated | 538Nm/t360lb-ft/ton Calculated | 481Nm/t322lb-ft/ton Calculated | 385Nm/t257lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,035km643mi Calculated | 1,035km643mi Calculated | 1,035km643mi Calculated | 1,035km643mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in |
| Length | 4,713mm186in | 4,713mm186in | 4,713mm186in | 4,713mm186in |
| Width | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in | 1,827mm72in |
| Height | 1,440mm57in | 1,440mm57in | 1,440mm57in | 1,440mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in |
| Front track | 1,583mm62in | 1,583mm62in | 1,583mm62in | 1,583mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,567mm62in | 1,567mm62in | 1,567mm62in | 1,567mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 130mm5in | 130mm5in | 130mm5in | 130mm5in |
| 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) M340d (Stage 3) 527 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 2) 459 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 1) 408 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d 340 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.4 s | 3.7 s | 3.9 s | 4.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.5 s | 3.8 s | 4.1 s | 4.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 8.5 s | 9.7 s | 10.8 s | 13.8 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 26.9 s | - | - | - |
| Top speed | 338 km/h 210 mph | 322 km/h 200 mph | 309 km/h 192 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.1 s | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.0 s | 5.2 s | 5.4 s | 5.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.3 s | 7.6 s | 7.9 s | 8.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.2 s | 9.6 s | 10.0 s | 10.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 10.8 s | 11.3 s | 11.7 s | 12.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 232 km/h 144 mph | 219 km/h 136 mph | 210 km/h 130 mph | 191 km/h 119 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 527 hp 393 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 459 hp 342 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 408 hp 304 kW |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW |
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 3) 527 hp has 187 hp more than BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d 340 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d 340 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 3) 527 hp: 187 hp (139 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 1,820 kg 4,012 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 1,820 kg 4,012 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 1,820 kg 4,012 lb |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 1,820 kg 4,012 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 338 km/h 210 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 322 km/h 200 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 309 km/h 192 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 3.5 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 3.8 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 4.1 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 4.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 3) 527 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d 340 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 2) 459 hp and BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 1) 408 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)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 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)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 290 hp/t 216 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 252 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 224 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 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)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 1,035 km 643 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 1,035 km 643 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 1,035 km 643 mi |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 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)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 527 hp 393 kW | 3.5 s | 338 km/h 210 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 459 hp 342 kW | 3.8 s | 322 km/h 200 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 408 hp 304 kW | 4.1 s | 309 km/h 192 mph |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW | 4.6 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 3) 527 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)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 3.5 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 4.1 s |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 4.6 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)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | 290 hp/t 216 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | 252 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | 224 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 3)527 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 2)459 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d (Stage 1)408 hp | BMW3 Series Sedan (G20)M340d340 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 527 hp 393 kW | 459 hp 342 kW | 408 hp 304 kW | 340 hp 254 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.5 s | 3.8 s | 4.1 s | 4.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 338 km/h 210 mph | 322 km/h 200 mph | 309 km/h 192 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,820 kg 4,012 lb | 1,820 kg 4,012 lb | 1,820 kg 4,012 lb | 1,820 kg 4,012 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 | 290 hp/t 216 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 252 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 224 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 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) M340d (Stage 3) 527 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 2) 459 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d (Stage 1) 408 hp | BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) M340d 340 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) M340d (Stage 3) 527 hp
- Has 68 hp more
- Has 140 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 16 km/h (10 mph) higher top speed
- Has 37 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) M340d (Stage 2) 459 hp
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