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Compare BMW 3 Series Sedan vs BMW 5 Series Sedan

BMW 3 Series Sedan
2024 BMW 3 Series Sedan
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$44,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
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BMW 5 Series Sedan
2024 BMW 5 Series Sedan
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$57,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
17 ft³
Trunk Volume
18.4 ft³

Photos

BMW 3 Series Sedan
2023-2024 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
255 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,582 lbs
4,041 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
29 MPG
28 MPG
City
25 MPG
25 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.1 Tons/yr
6.4 (2023) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
18 gallons
Cruising Range City
390 miles
450 miles
Cruising Range Highway
530.4 miles
594 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.7 in
199.2 in
Height
56.8 in
59.6 in
Max Width
71.9 in
74.8 in
Front Width
62.3 in
63.9 in
Rear Width
62.9 in
65.2 in
Wheelbase
112.2 in
117.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42 in
N/A
Front Seat Headroom
38.7 in
N/A
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
N/A
Rear Seat Headroom
37.6 in
N/A
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.6 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
17 ft³
18.4 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
40.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
19" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
19" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45HR18
P245/45HR19
Rear Tire
P225/45HR18
P245/45HR19
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
Alpine White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Melbourne Red Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Portimao Blue Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
  • Individual Dravit Grey Metallic, Priority 1
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Cape York Green Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Oxide Grey Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Vegas Red Metallic, Late Availability
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1
  • Frozen Deep Grey, Priority 1
  • Frozen Pure Grey Metallic, Priority 1

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Cognac, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Black, M Alcantara/Veganza Upholstery
  • Black, Veganza Perforated & Quilted Upholstery
  • Burgundy Red, Veganza Perforated & Quilted Upholstery
  • Espresso Brown, Veganza Perforated & Quilted Upholstery
  • Smoke White, Veganza Perforated & Quilted Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black/Atlas Grey, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Copper Brown/Atlas Grey, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery
  • Silverstone II Atlas Grey, Extended Merino Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Optional
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Optional
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Optional
Automatic Parking
Optional
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Optional
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
N/A
8 Years / 80,000 Miles
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