2019 BMW 3 Series vs 2020 Hyundai Elantra
Overview | |
MSRP$40,250 | MSRP$19,300 |
Average price$24,626 | Average price$15,765 |
Listings223 | Listings1915 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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2019 BMW 3 Series Reviews SummarySince 1975, the BMW 3 Series has defined what a small, sporty sedan should be. In its seventh generation, the 3 is very much in the zone it created. It’s trim and athletic, handsome yet stoic, and above all, unashamed to raise its premium name on a pedestal. Unfortunately for BMW, lots of other car companies have copied its sport sedan recipe—sometimes for the better, and often for less money. But for 2019, BMW ups its software game like none other. And it helps that the new car surrounding that software is still pretty good. | |
2020 Hyundai Elantra Reviews SummaryHyundai isn’t pulling any punches when it comes to the compact car segment, where value is of utmost importance. And though a completely redesigned 2021 Elantra is coming soon, the automaker bestows several value-enhancing improvements upon the outgoing 2020 Hyundai Elantra compact sedan. They include free scheduled maintenance, improved fuel economy ratings, and new standard safety features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City31 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway41 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City31 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway41 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.0 cu ft | Cargo Space14.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3589 lbs | Curb Weight2844 lbs |
Height56.8 in | Height56.5 in |
Length185.7 in | Length181.9 in |
Width81.4 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1080 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,250 | $19,300 |
Average price | $24,626 | $15,765 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Since 1975, the BMW 3 Series has defined what a small, sporty sedan should be. In its seventh generation, the 3 is very much in the zone it created. It’s trim and athletic, handsome yet stoic, and above all, unashamed to raise its premium name on a pedestal. Unfortunately for BMW, lots of other car companies have copied its sport sedan recipe—sometimes for the better, and often for less money. But for 2019, BMW ups its software game like none other. And it helps that the new car surrounding that software is still pretty good. | Hyundai isn’t pulling any punches when it comes to the compact car segment, where value is of utmost importance. And though a completely redesigned 2021 Elantra is coming soon, the automaker bestows several value-enhancing improvements upon the outgoing 2020 Hyundai Elantra compact sedan. They include free scheduled maintenance, improved fuel economy ratings, and new standard safety features. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 31 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 41 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 31 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 41 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.0 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3589 lbs | 2844 lbs |
Height | 56.8 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 181.9 in |
Width | 81.4 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1080 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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