BMW 3 series 2018 vs BMW 3 series 2012

 
BMW 3 series
2018 - 2020
BMW 3 series
2012 - 2015
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.0 Diesel2.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 190 HP184 HP
Torque: 400 NM380 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.9 seconds7.4 seconds
BMW 3 series 2018 is more dynamic to drive.
BMW 3 series 2018 engine produces 6 HP more power than BMW 3 series 2012, whereas torque is 20 NM more than BMW 3 series 2012. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series 2018 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.8no data
Fuel tank capacity: 40 litres57 litres
600 km with real consumption900 km with real consumption

Drive type

Wheel drive type: 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)

BMW 3 sērija 2018: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked at most times, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering.

BMW 3 sērija 2012: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked at most times, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering.

Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.3 inches)145 mm (5.7 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series 2012 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 330'000 km330'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 10 years17 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 2 sērijaInstalled on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 series 2012 might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.71 m4.62 m
Width: 1.83 m1.81 m
Height: 1.44 m1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series 2018 is 9 cm longer than the BMW 3 series 2012, 2 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 480 litres480 litres
Turning diameter: 11.95 meters11.7 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series 2018 is 0.25 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series 2012.
Gross weight (kg): 2`1702`060
Safety:
The BMW 3 series 2012 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:BMW 3 series 2018 has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series 2012 has serious deffects in 125 percent more cases than BMW 3 series 2018, so BMW 3 series 2018 quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 36 20012 000
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • more dynamic
  • fewer faults
BMW 3 sērija has
  • higher ground clearance
  • better safety assist technologies
  • lower price
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