BMW 3 series 2008 and BMW 3 series 2006 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.9
6.0
Real fuel consumption:
6.7 l/100km
6.8 l/100km
By specification BMW 3 series 2008 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 2006, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series 2008 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series 2008 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 2006.
Fuel tank capacity:
61 litres
61 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1030 km in combined cycle
1010 km in combined cycle
1270 km on highway
1240 km on highway
910 km with real consumption
890 km with real consumption
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
420'000 km
420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
5 years
5 years
Dimensions
Length:
4.53 m
4.52 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series 2008 is 1 cm longer than the BMW 3 series 2006, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
460 litres
460 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1385 litres
1385 litres
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11 meters
Power steering:
Electric power steering
Hydraulic 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.
