BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 27 HP more power than Volkswagen Jetta, whereas torque is 21 NM more than Volkswagen Jetta. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.5
7.8
Real fuel consumption:
8.4 l/100km
8.1 l/100km
The Volkswagen Jetta is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Jetta, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 105 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Jetta.
Fuel tank capacity:
55 litres
55 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
640 km in combined cycle
700 km in combined cycle
650 km with real consumption
670 km with real consumption
Volkswagen Jetta gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Dimensions
Length:
4.32 m
4.32 m
Width:
1.64 m
1.66 m
Height:
1.38 m
1.42 m
BMW 3 series and Volkswagen Jetta are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
425 litres
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Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
425 litres
905 litres
Turning diameter:
10 meters
10.5 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.5 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Jetta, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
