Jeep Wrangler 2017 vs BMW 3 series 2003

 
Jeep Wrangler
2017 -
BMW 3 series
2003 - 2005
Body: Crossover / SUVEstate car / wagon
Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.2 Diesel2.0 Diesel

Performance

Power: 200 HP115 HP
Torque: 450 NM280 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.6 seconds11.3 seconds
Jeep Wrangler is more dynamic to drive.
Jeep Wrangler engine produces 85 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 170 NM more than BMW 3 series. Thanks to more power Jeep Wrangler reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.66.8
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Jeep Wrangler consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Jeep Wrangler could require 120 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 81 litres63 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1060 km in combined cycle920 km in combined cycle
1240 km on highway1140 km on highway
Jeep Wrangler 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: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)Rear wheel drive (RWD)

Dimensions

Length: 4.88 m4.48 m
Width: 1.88 m1.74 m
Height: 1.87 m1.41 m
Jeep Wrangler is larger.
Jeep Wrangler is 40 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 14 cm wider, while the height of Jeep Wrangler is 46 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 533 litres435 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1044 litres1345 litres
Jeep Wrangler has 98 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 3 series (by 301 litres).
Turning diameter: 12.3 metersno data
Power steering: Electric power steeringHydraulic 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 (kg): no data2`005
Safety:
Quality: no data
below average
Average price (€): 47 0002200
Pros and Cons: Jeep Wrangler has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • has 4x4 drive
  • roomier boot
  • electric power steering
BMW 3 sērija has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • hydraulic power steering
  • higher safety
  • lower price
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