BMW 2 series 2013 vs BMW 3 series 2001

 
BMW 2 series
2013 - 2017
BMW 3 series
2001 - 2005
Body: CoupeHatchback
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Petrol2.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 184 HP143 HP
Torque: 270 NM200 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7 seconds9.3 seconds
BMW 2 series is more dynamic to drive.
BMW 2 series engine produces 41 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 70 NM more than BMW 3 series. Thanks to more power BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.37.2
Real fuel consumption: 8.5 l/100km8.4 l/100km
By specification BMW 2 series consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that by driving the BMW 2 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, BMW 2 series consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series.
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres63 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 820 km in combined cycle870 km in combined cycle
1040 km on highway1140 km on highway
610 km with real consumption750 km with real consumption
BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 300'000 km380'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 3 series engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 7 years6 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 8 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1Used only for this car
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 2 series might be a better choice in this respect.
BMW 2 sērija 2013 2.0 engine: Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been resolved over time. Other problems with this engine are the oil pump performance and its drive chain, as well as cracking ...  More about BMW 2 sērija 2013 2.0 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.43 m4.26 m
Width: 1.77 m1.75 m
Height: 1.42 m1.41 m
BMW 2 series is larger.
BMW 2 series is 17 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 2 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 390 litres310 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1100 litres
BMW 2 series has more luggage capacity.
BMW 2 series has 80 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters10 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.9 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series, which means BMW 2 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Power steering: Electric power steeringHydraulic power steering
Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering.
Gross weight (kg): 1`8601`800
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

below average
Average price (€): 15 6002400
Pros and Cons: BMW 2 sērija has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • roomier boot
  • electric power steering
  • fewer faults
BMW 3 sērija has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • better manoeuvrability
  • hydraulic power steering
  • lower price
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