Comparison BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (156 Hp) Steptronic & BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46) 330Ci (225 Hp) Automatic (USA)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | 3 Series | 3 Series |
| Generation: | 3 Series Sedan (G20) | 3 Series Convertible (E46) |
| Engine / modification: | 318i (156 Hp) Steptronic | 330Ci (225 Hp) Automatic (USA) |
| Production start: | 2020 year | 2000 year |
| Production end: | 2003 year | |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 6.7-7.0 l/100 km | 14.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 4.4-4.9 l/100 km | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 5.3-5.7 l/100 km | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.23 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 59 l | 63 l |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 6.3-7.1 l/100 km | |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d | |
| CO2 emissions: | 120-130 g/km | 244 g/km |
| Power: | 156 hp | 225 hp |
| Max power in: | 4500-6500 rpm. | 5900 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 223 km/h | 240 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 8.4 sec | 7.5 sec |
| CO2 emissions (WLTP): | 142-162 g/km | |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 1300-4300 rpm. | 290 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | B48B20 | M54B30 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 cm3 | 2979 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.25 l | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l | |
| Fuel System: | Direct injection | |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Twin-power turbo | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 11 | 10.2 |
| Piston Stroke: | 94.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 8 Steptronic | 5 |
| Length: | 4709 mm | 4488 mm |
| Width: | 1827 mm | 1757 mm |
| Height: | 1435 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2851 mm | 2725 mm |
| Front track: | 1589 mm | 1471 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1604 mm | 1483 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 136 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 480 l | 260 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 300 l | |
| Front suspension: | Independent, spring | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Multi-link independent | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 2050 kg | 1680 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1490 kg | 1645 kg |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | |
| Power steering: | Electric Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1600 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg | 1600 kg |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg | 730 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | 75 kg |
| Tire size: | 205/60 R16 96W XL | 225/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size: | 6.5J x 16 | 8J x 17 |