Toyota Corolla 2018 vs BMW 3 series 2022
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Toyota Corolla) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (BMW 3 series) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 122 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 153 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Toyota Corolla engine produces 28 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 167 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Toyota Corolla reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.5 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 59 litres | |
| 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) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Toyota Corolla) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 3 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Toyota Corolla 2018 1.6 engine: This engine is considered one of the most reliable in its class and, with proper maintenance, does not cause major issues for owners. However, its performance is rather modest.
The timing chain has a ... More about Toyota Corolla 2018 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.72 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.43 m | |
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Toyota Corolla is smaller, but slightly higher. Toyota Corolla is 9 cm shorter than the BMW 3 series, 5 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 480 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Toyota Corolla is 1 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Toyota Corolla can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`805 kg | 2`125 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 14 800 | 33 600 | |
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