Renault Laguna 2012 vs BMW 3 series 2010
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 3.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Renault Laguna) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (BMW 3 series) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 218 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Renault Laguna engine produces 68 HP less power than BMW 3 series, but torque is 70 NM more than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Renault Laguna reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 7.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.5 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Renault Laguna is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Laguna consumes 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that by driving the Renault Laguna over 15,000 km in a year you can save 405 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Laguna consumes 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1460 km in combined cycle | 870 km in combined cycle | |
| 1650 km on highway | 1100 km on highway | ||
| 1010 km with real consumption | 720 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Laguna 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: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 143 mm (5.6 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 seven 4x4 versions of BMW 3 series 2010 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Nissan X-Trail, Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Opel Vivaro | Used also on BMW 5 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Laguna might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault Laguna 2012 2.0 engine: The engine has a good power to fuel consumption ratio and, with careful maintenance, a long service life. The most common problems with these engines are with the fuel injection system and lubrication. BMW 3 sērija 2010 3.0 engine: Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high pressure fuel pump were common in early model ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2010 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.40 m | |
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Renault Laguna is larger. Renault Laguna is 3 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 5 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 423 litres | 440 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Renault Laguna has 17 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. This could mean that the Renault Laguna uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Laguna is 0.2 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`972 | 1`910 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | high | |
| BMW 3 series has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Laguna has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than BMW 3 series, so BMW 3 series quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 6000 | 9400 | |
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