BMW 3 series 2018 vs Mazda 6 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 258 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 213 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 93 HP more power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 187 NM more than Mazda 6. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 4.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 | 6.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km | 7.8 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 45 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 610 km in combined cycle | 1000 km in combined cycle | |
| 700 km on highway | 1140 km on highway | ||
| 480 km with real consumption | 790 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 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) | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 6 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. Note, however, that this Mazda 6 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 320'000 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 Mazda 6 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 1 sērija, BMW 6 sērija, BMW Z4 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 6 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 3 sērija 2018 2.0 engine: Compared to their predecessors, B48 engines are more robust and less prone to major failures. They are well-suited for chip tuning, which can noticeably enhance performance and responsiveness without ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2018 2.0 engine Mazda 6 2018 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda 6 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.71 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.45 m | |
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BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 16 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 489 litres | |
| BMW 3 series has 9 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 12 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`155 | 2`046 | |
| Safety: | |||
| BMW 3 series scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 29 600 | 22 600 | |
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