BMW 3 series 2018 vs Toyota Corolla 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW 3 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Toyota Corolla) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 98 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 142 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 92 HP more power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 258 NM more than Toyota Corolla. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 4.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.8 | 3.8 | |
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The Toyota Corolla is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 150 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 litres | 43 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 830 km in combined cycle | 1130 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 1190 km on highway | ||
| Toyota Corolla gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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BMW 3 sērija has 4x4: 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) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 420'000 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 Toyota Corolla engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 2 sērija | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Toyota Auris, Toyota C-HR, Lexus CT | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| BMW 3 sērija 2018 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great resource. Overall, the chains are more reliable than in BMW N-series engines, but also tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine requires good quality fuel, maintenance and ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2018 2.0 engine Toyota Corolla 2018 1.8 engine: The Toyota 2ZR-FXE is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine produced since 2009 and designed specifically for Toyota hybrid powertrains. It is based on the conventional 2ZR-FE but adapted for hybrid operation, prioritizing efficiency rather than outright performance. The engine is very economical and, with ... More about Toyota Corolla 2018 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.71 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.53 m | |
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BMW 3 series is larger, but lower. BMW 3 series is 8 cm longer than the Toyota Corolla, 5 cm wider, while the height of BMW 3 series is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 471 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.95 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 1.15 metres more than that of the Toyota Corolla, which means BMW 3 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`170 kg | no data | |
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| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 28 000 | 14 600 | |
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