BMW X1 2016 vs BMW X3 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 360 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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BMW X1 is more dynamic to drive. BMW X1 engine produces 40 HP more power than BMW X3, whereas torque is 40 NM more than BMW X3. Thanks to more power BMW X1 reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.1 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 67 litres | |
| 790 km with real consumption | 970 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 183 mm (7.2 inches) | 204 mm (8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X3 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 X3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from eight 4x4 versions of BMW X3 2014 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW 2 sērija | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW 2 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW X3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW X1 2016 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW X1 2016 2.0 engine BMW X3 2014 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW X3 2014 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.44 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.66 m | |
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BMW X1 is smaller. BMW X1 is 22 cm shorter than the BMW X3, 6 cm narrower, while the height of BMW X1 is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1550 litres | 1600 litres | |
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BMW X3 has more luggage space. BMW X1 has 45 litres less trunk space than the BMW X3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X3 (by 50 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X1 is 0.5 metres less than that of the BMW X3, which means BMW X1 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`070 | 2`320 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | below average | |
| BMW X3 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW X1 has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than BMW X3, so BMW X3 quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 17 000 | 20 400 | |
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