BMW 3 Series Touring (G21)
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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 Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.8 s
- Fastest top speed257 km/h160 mph
- Most powerful234 hp174 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,570 kg3,461 lb
- Best power-to-weight149 hp/t111 kW/t6.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range952 km591 mi
- Largest trunk500 L
- Best overall score67/100
- Best performance score59/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score84/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)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 | 1,570kg3,461lb | 1,570kg3,461lb | 1,570kg3,461lb | 1,570kg3,461lb |
| Gross weight | 2,135kg4,707lb | 2,135kg4,707lb | 2,135kg4,707lb | 2,135kg4,707lb |
| Top speed | 257 km/h 160 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 69.9s99% target: 254 km/h / 158 mph-8.8 s Calculated | 74.6s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph-4.1 s Calculated | 77.2s99% target: 236 km/h / 146 mph-1.5 s Calculated | 78.7s99% target: 218 km/h / 135 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8s-1.9 s | 7.4s-1.3 s | 7.9s-0.8 s | 8.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 21.7s-17.0 s Calculated | 25.5s-13.2 s Calculated | 28.8s-9.9 s Calculated | 38.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4s-1.8 s Calculated | 7.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.7s-1.7 s Calculated | 15.2s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.6s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 149hp/t111kW/t68hp/1000 lb Calculated | 129hp/t96kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated | 117hp/t87kW/t53hp/1000 lb Calculated | 99hp/t74kW/t45hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 247Nm/t165lb-ft/ton Calculated | 215Nm/t144lb-ft/ton Calculated | 194Nm/t130lb-ft/ton Calculated | 159Nm/t107lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 952km591mi Calculated | 952km591mi Calculated | 952km591mi Calculated | 952km591mi 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 | 1,440mm57in | 1,440mm57in | 1,440mm57in | 1,440mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in | 2,851mm112in |
| Front track | 1,573mm62in | 1,573mm62in | 1,573mm62in | 1,573mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,588mm63in | 1,588mm63in | 1,588mm63in | 1,588mm63in |
| Ground clearance | 141mm6in | 141mm6in | 141mm6in | 141mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 500L | 500L | 500L | 500L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,510L | 1,510L | 1,510L | 1,510L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 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 Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 1) 184 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i 156 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 4,500-6,500 rpm | 1,300-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 4,500-6,500 rpm | 1,300-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 4,500-6,500 rpm | 1,300-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.5 s | 8.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 21.7 s | 25.5 s | 28.8 s | 38.8 s |
| Top speed | 257 km/h 160 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.6 s | 6.9 s | 7.0 s | 7.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.8 s | 10.2 s | 10.4 s | 10.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.4 s | 12.9 s | 13.3 s | 13.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.7 s | 15.2 s | 15.6 s | 16.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 166 km/h 103 mph | 158 km/h 98 mph | 154 km/h 95 mph | 145 km/h 90 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 156 hp 116 kW |
BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp has 78 hp more than BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i 156 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i 156 hp and BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 1,570 kg 3,461 lb |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,570 kg 3,461 lb |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 1,570 kg 3,461 lb |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 1,570 kg 3,461 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 257 km/h 160 mph |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 220 km/h 137 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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 6.8 s |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 7.4 s |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 7.9 s |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 8.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp and BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i 156 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 2) 203 hp and BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 117 hp/t 87 kW/t 8.5 kg/hp |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 99 hp/t 74 kW/t 10.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 952 km 591 mi |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 952 km 591 mi |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 952 km 591 mi |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 952 km 591 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 6.8 s | 257 km/h 160 mph |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 7.4 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.9 s | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 156 hp 116 kW | 8.7 s | 220 km/h 137 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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp |
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| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 8.7 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 Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | 117 hp/t 87 kW/t 8.5 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i156 hp | 99 hp/t 74 kW/t 10.1 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 3)234 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 2)203 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)318i (Stage 1)184 hp | BMW3 Series Touring (G21)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 | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 257 km/h 160 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,570 kg 3,461 lb | 1,570 kg 3,461 lb | 1,570 kg 3,461 lb | 1,570 kg 3,461 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 952 km 591 mi | 952 km 591 mi | 952 km 591 mi | 952 km 591 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 500 L 17.7 cu ft | 500 L 17.7 cu ft | 500 L 17.7 cu ft | 500 L 17.7 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 117 hp/t 87 kW/t 8.5 kg/hp | 99 hp/t 74 kW/t 10.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp | BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 2) 203 hp | BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 1) 184 hp | BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i 156 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 3 Series Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 3) 234 hp
- Has 31 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 20 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 Touring (G21) 318i (Stage 2) 203 hp
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