BMW 3 series 2018 vs BMW 3 series 2012

 
BMW 3 series
2018 -
BMW 3 series
2012 - 2015
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.0 Hybrid2.0 Petrol

Performance

Power: 113 HP245 HP
Torque: 300 NM350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.8 seconds5.8 seconds
BMW 3 series 2018 engine produces 132 HP less power than BMW 3 series 2012, whereas torque is 50 NM less than BMW 3 series 2012.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data6.7
Fuel tank capacity: 40 litres60 litres
740 km with real consumption670 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: 147 mm (5.8 inches)145 mm (5.7 inches)

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: 375 litres480 litres
BMW 3 series 2012 has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, BMW 3 series 2018 has 105 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series 2012. This could mean that the BMW 3 series 2018 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 12 meters11.7 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series 2018 is 0.3 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series 2012.
Gross weight (kg): 2`3602`075
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 (€): 34 00012 600
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • fewer faults
BMW 3 sērija has
  • more power
  • roomier boot
  • better safety assist technologies
  • lower price
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