BMW 3 series 2015 and BMW 3 series 2012 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. BMW 3 series 2015 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.4
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Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
60 litres
800 km with real consumption
810 km with real consumption
Ground clearance:
140 mm (5.5 inches)
140 mm (5.5 inches)
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
350'000 km
320'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
11 years
5 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 5 other car models, including BMW 1 sērija, BMW X1, BMW 2 sērija, BMW 4 sērija
Used also on BMW 1 sērija
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 series 2015 might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.63 m
4.62 m
Width:
1.81 m
1.81 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series 2015 and BMW 3 series 2012 are practically the same length.
