BMW 3 series 2010 vs Renault Laguna 2012
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (BMW 3 series) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Renault Laguna) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 218 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 68 HP more power than Renault Laguna, but torque is 70 NM less than Renault Laguna. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 4.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km | |
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The Renault Laguna is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 2.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Laguna, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 405 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Laguna. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 1460 km in combined cycle | |
| 1100 km on highway | 1650 km on highway | ||
| 720 km with real consumption | 1010 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Laguna gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 143 mm (5.6 inches) | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 3 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from seven 4x4 versions of BMW 3 series 2010 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW 5 sērija | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Nissan X-Trail, Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Opel Vivaro | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Laguna might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 3 sērija 2010 3.0 engine: Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high pressure fuel pump were common in early model ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2010 3.0 engine Renault Laguna 2012 2.0 engine: The engine has a good power to fuel consumption ratio and, with careful maintenance, a long service life. The most common problems with these engines are with the fuel injection system and lubrication. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.61 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.40 m | |
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BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 3 cm shorter than the Renault Laguna, 5 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 440 litres | 423 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, The Renault Laguna may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.2 metres more than that of the Renault Laguna. | |||
| 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. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`910 kg | 1`972 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`430 kg | 1`486 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 480 kg | 486 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| BMW 3 series has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Laguna has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than BMW 3 series, so BMW 3 series quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 9200 | 6000 | |
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