Volkswagen Beetle vs BMW 3 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$20,220 | MSRP$40,250 |
Listings125 | Listings1051 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryAs Volkswagen prepares to 86 the Beetle in favor of its new retro retread, the electric I.D. Buzz, it has decided to use the little nod to nostalgia as one of the promotional platforms for its new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. With a new combustion cycle developed at VW, this larger engine offers the Beetle some extra economy for its final lap. But rather than letting the Beetle fade into iconic history, VW has a last blast to bestow in the form of a special “Coast” edition that comes with a unique trim treatment and paint job. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space13.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3020 lbs | Curb Weight3589 lbs |
Height58.6 in | Height56.8 in |
Length168.8 in | Length185.7 in |
Width71.9 in | Width81.4 in |
Wheelbase100.1 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload761 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $20,220 | $40,250 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | As Volkswagen prepares to 86 the Beetle in favor of its new retro retread, the electric I.D. Buzz, it has decided to use the little nod to nostalgia as one of the promotional platforms for its new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. With a new combustion cycle developed at VW, this larger engine offers the Beetle some extra economy for its final lap. But rather than letting the Beetle fade into iconic history, VW has a last blast to bestow in the form of a special “Coast” edition that comes with a unique trim treatment and paint job. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 13.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3020 lbs | 3589 lbs |
Height | 58.6 in | 56.8 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 185.7 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 81.4 in |
Wheelbase | 100.1 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 761 lbs | |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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