BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 58 HP more power than Volkswagen Jetta, whereas torque is 90 NM more than Volkswagen Jetta. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 3.7 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.7
5.7
The Volkswagen Jetta is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 1 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 150 litres more fuel.
BMW 3 series is 3 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Jetta, 4 cm wider, while the height of BMW 3 series is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
460 litres
527 litres
Volkswagen Jetta has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 67 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Jetta.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11 meters
Power steering:
Hydraulic power steering
Electric power steering
Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering.
Gross weight:
1`965 kg
1`970 kg
Net weight:
1`520 kg
1`345 kg
Load capacity:
445 kg
625 kg
BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 40 procentiem less than Volkswagen Jetta. Therefore, Volkswagen Jetta is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
