BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Jetta engine produces 20 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 12 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Jetta reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.2
5.9
Real fuel consumption:
9.4 l/100km
7.1 l/100km
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Jetta consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Jetta could require 345 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Jetta consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series.
Fuel tank capacity:
55 litres
63 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
670 km in combined cycle
1060 km in combined cycle
580 km with real consumption
880 km with real consumption
BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Dimensions
Length:
4.55 m
4.52 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.42 m
Volkswagen Jetta is 3 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Jetta is 4 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
527 litres
460 litres
Volkswagen Jetta has more luggage capacity. Volkswagen Jetta has 67 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11 meters
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.
