BMW 4 series 2020 vs BMW 3 series 2018
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Coupe | Sedan | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| BMW 4 series is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas BMW 3 series has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel) | 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. BMW 3 series is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 - 382 HP | 113 - 382 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 - 700 NM | 250 - 580 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.5 - 7.5 seconds | 4.4 - 8.4 seconds | |
| In general, BMW 4 series are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW 3 series. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.2 - 8.7 | 1.8 - 9.4 | |
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BMW 4 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 3 series. On average, BMW 4 series equipped with diesel engines consume 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 126 - 130 mm (5 - 5.1 inches) | 130 - 147 mm (5.1 - 5.8 inches) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.77 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.39 m | 1.44 m | |
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BMW 4 series is larger, but lower. BMW 4 series is 6 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 3 cm wider, while the height of BMW 4 series is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 440 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 480 litres | |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the BMW 4 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 12 meters | |
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`173 kg | ~ 2`159 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`689 kg | ~ 1`592 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 484 kg | ~ 567 kg | |
| BMW 4 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 17 procentiem less than BMW 3 series. Therefore, BMW 3 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 44 200 | 28 000 | |
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