BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. BMW 4 series and BMW 3 series have the same engine power, but BMW 4 series torque is 20 NM less than BMW 3 series. BMW 4 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.4
5.9
Real fuel consumption:
7.4 l/100km
8.3 l/100km
The BMW 4 series is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification BMW 4 series consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 4 series could require 75 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, BMW 4 series consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series.
Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
60 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
930 km in combined cycle
1010 km in combined cycle
1170 km on highway
1250 km on highway
810 km with real consumption
720 km with real consumption
Ground clearance:
130 mm (5.1 inches)
140 mm (5.5 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 ten 4x4 versions of BMW 3 series 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you.
Dimensions
Length:
4.64 m
4.63 m
Width:
1.83 m
1.81 m
Height:
1.39 m
1.43 m
BMW 4 series is larger, but slightly lower. BMW 4 series and BMW 3 series are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
481 litres
480 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1300 litres
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BMW 4 series has 1 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
