The 2018 BMW 3 Series comes equipped with a 2-liter I4 that makes 180 hp @ 5000 rpm horsepower and 200 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm of torque. The car takes 6.3 seconds to reach 60 MPH from a standstill while it is able to run a quarter-mile in 14.8 seconds.
The BMW also offers another engine. It is an 3-liter I6 that spills out 320 hp @ 5500 rpm horsepower and 330 lb.-ft. @ 1380 rpm of torque. This powertrain is available with the 340i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) and helps the car to reach from 0-60 MPH in 6.3 seconds. The BMW 3 Series Sedan covers the quarter-mile run in just 14.8 seconds.
2018 BMW 3 Series 0-60 and Quarter Mile all Trims
Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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320i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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330i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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330i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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340i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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340i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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Considering the acceleration figures, the 2018 BMW 3 Series isn't the best performer amongst the competitors and takes its time to reach 60MPH from naught. Even in the quarter-mile run, the car is an average performer and won't pin any excitement meter around. The fastest car of the lot is 2018 Cadillac CTS which is just a tad bit quicker than the 2018 BMW 3 Series and does the 0-60 MPH run in 3.7 seconds. It also reaches the quarter-mile mark faster than the 2018 BMW 3 Series.
The braking on the 2018 BMW 3 Series is quite sure-footed and has an evident bite to it. Although it is not the best braking car in its segment it's not the worst either. The ride takes some time to come to a complete halt but it does so with composure and the car doesn't sway away from its path. During the emergency braking test, the car decelerates from 60MPH to zero in 123 feet which is a little slower than 2018 Jaguar XF.
2018 BMW 3 Series vs. Competitor's 0-60 and Quarter Mile
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (70 - 0 MPH) | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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2018 BMW 3 Series | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | - | 123 ft. |
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2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 5.9 sec | 14.6 sec | 163 ft. | - |
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2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class | 6.3 sec | 14.9 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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2018 Audi A4 | 5.1 - 7 sec | 13.8 - 15.4 sec | 152 ft. | - |
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2018 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe | 5.6 - 6 sec | 14.1 - 14.3 sec | - | 110 ft. |
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2018 Audi A6 | 5.6 sec | 14 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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2018 Infiniti Q50 | 4.5 sec | 13.8 sec | 169 ft. | - |
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2018 Lincoln Continental | 5.4 sec | 14.9 sec | - | 111 ft. |
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2018 Audi S3 | 4.7 sec | 13.4 sec | - | 117 ft. |
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2018 Jaguar XE | 6 - 6.6 sec | 13.4 - 15 sec | - | 123 ft. |
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2018 Jaguar XF | 5 sec | 13.6 sec | - | 82 ft. |
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2018 Lexus ES 300h hybrid | 7 sec | 15.1 sec | 158 ft. | - |
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2018 Acura ILX | 6.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 184 ft. | - |
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2018 Acura TLX | 5.7 - 6 sec | 14.2 - 14.5 sec | - | 118 ft. |
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2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 5.2 - 5.4 sec | 13.8 - 14 sec | - | 127 ft. |
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2018 Cadillac ATS | 3.8 sec | 14.2 sec | - | 129 ft. |
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2018 Lincoln MKZ | 5.2 sec | 13.4 sec | - | 108 ft. |
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2018 Audi A3 | 6.1 sec | 14.8 sec | - | 88 ft. |
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2018 Cadillac CTS | 3.7 sec | 11.6 sec | - | 121 ft. |
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2018 Lexus GS 300 | 5.7 sec | 14.7 sec | 173 ft. | - |
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2018 Lexus IS 300 | 4.5 sec | 13.7 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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2017 BMW 3 Series 0-60 and Quarter Mile all Trims
Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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320i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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330i 4dr Sedan SULEV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.4 sec | 14 sec | 123 ft. |
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330i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD SULEV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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340i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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340i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | 123 ft. |
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2017 BMW 3 Series vs. Competitor's 0-60 and Quarter Mile
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (70 - 0 MPH) | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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2017 Acura TLX | 6 sec | 14.5 sec | - | 118 ft. |
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2017 Infiniti Q50 | 4.5 sec | 13.8 sec | 169 ft. | - |
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2017 Lexus IS 200t | 4.5 sec | 13.7 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 5.4 sec | 14 sec | - | 127 ft. |
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2017 Cadillac ATS | 3.8 - 5.7 sec | 14.2 sec | - | 129 ft. |
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2017 Lincoln MKZ | 4.8 - 5.2 sec | 13.4 sec | - | 108 ft. |
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2017 Audi A3 | 5.5 - 6.1 sec | 14.2 - 14.8 sec | - | 88 ft. |
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2017 Cadillac CTS | 3.7 - 5.7 sec | 11.6 - 14.2 sec | - | 121 ft. |
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2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 5.9 - 6.2 sec | 14.5 - 14.7 sec | 163 ft. | - |
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2017 BMW 3 Series plug-in hybrid Sedan | 5.4 sec | 14.1 sec | - | 123 ft. |
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2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class | 6.3 sec | 14.9 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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2017 Audi A4 | 5.1 - 5.3 sec | 13.8 - 13.9 sec | 152 ft. | - |
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2017 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe | 5.6 - 6 sec | 14.1 - 14.3 sec | - | 110 ft. |
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2017 Lexus GS 200t | 6.6 sec | 14.9 sec | 173 ft. | - |
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2017 Mercedes-Benz C 350e plug-in hybrid | 5.8 - 6.2 sec | 12.5 - 14.6 sec | - | 104 ft. |
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2017 Audi A6 | 5.6 sec | 14 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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2017 Infiniti Q50 RED SPORT 400 Sedan | 4.5 sec | 13.8 sec | 169 ft. | - |
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2017 Lincoln Continental | 5.4 sec | 14.9 sec | - | 111 ft. |
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2017 Audi S3 | 4.6 - 4.7 sec | 13.3 - 13.4 sec | - | 117 ft. |
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2017 Lincoln MKZ hybrid Sedan | 5.2 - 8.7 sec | 13.4 - 16.6 sec | - | 108 ft. |
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2017 Jaguar XE | 4.5 - 6.6 sec | 12.9 - 15 sec | - | 123 ft. |
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2017 Jaguar XF | 4.9 - 5 sec | 13.3 - 13.6 sec | - | 82 ft. |
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2017 Lexus ES 300h hybrid | 7.8 sec | 16 sec | 158 ft. | - |
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2017 Acura ILX | 6.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 184 ft. | - |
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2017 BMW 3 Series | 5.4 - 6.3 sec | 14 - 14.8 sec | - | 123 ft. |
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2016 BMW 3 Series 0-60 and Quarter Mile all Trims
Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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340i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 4.9 sec | 13.3 sec | 115 ft. |
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340i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 4.8 sec | 13.3 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD SULEV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.3 sec | 14 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan SULEV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.2 sec | 13.9 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) | 6 sec | 14.1 sec | 115 ft. |
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320i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 8 sec | 15.3 sec | 115 ft. |
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320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 8.1 sec | 15.3 sec | 115 ft. |
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2016 BMW 3 Series vs. Competitor's 0-60 and Quarter Mile
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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2016 Audi A4 | 6.1 - 6.3 sec | 14.7 - 14.8 sec | 108 ft. |
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2016 BMW 3 Series | 4.8 - 8.1 sec | 13.3 - 15.3 sec | 115 ft. |
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2016 Lexus IS 300 | 8.4 sec | 16.3 sec | - |
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2016 Acura TLX | 5.7 - 7.2 sec | 14.2 - 15.6 sec | 120 ft. |
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2016 Infiniti Q50 | 9.3 sec | 18 sec | - |
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2016 Audi A3 | 6.8 sec | 15.1 sec | 105 - 118 ft. |
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2016 Volvo S60 | 8.7 sec | 16.8 sec | 103 - 108 ft. |
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2016 Chrysler 300 | 5.3 sec | 13.9 sec | 119 - 133 ft. |
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2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 4.5 - 6.5 sec | 13.1 - 14.9 sec | 114 ft. |
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2016 Dodge Charger | 6.2 - 6.8 sec | 14.7 - 15.5 sec | 111 ft. |
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2015 BMW 3 Series 0-60 and Quarter Mile all Trims
Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 4.6 sec | 13.3 sec | 112 ft. |
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335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.8 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD SULEV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.6 sec | - | 115 ft. |
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328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.6 sec | 14.3 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.4 sec | 14.1 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan SULEV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.7 sec | - | 115 ft. |
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320i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 8 sec | 15.4 sec | 115 ft. |
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320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 8 sec | 15.4 sec | 115 ft. |
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2015 BMW 3 Series vs. Competitor's 0-60 and Quarter Mile
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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2015 Infiniti Q50 | 5.3 - 5.5 sec | 13.9 sec | 123 ft. |
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2015 Audi A3 | 5.4 - 8.7 sec | 14 - 15.4 sec | 105 - 118 ft. |
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2015 Volvo S60 | 8.7 sec | 16.8 sec | 103 - 108 ft. |
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2015 Chrysler 300 | 6.3 - 6.4 sec | 14.8 - 15.2 sec | 119 - 133 ft. |
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2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 4.7 - 6.6 sec | 13.3 - 14.6 sec | 114 ft. |
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2015 Dodge Charger | 6.3 - 6.4 sec | 15.1 sec | 111 ft. |
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2015 Audi A4 | 6.6 - 7.8 sec | 14.9 sec | 108 ft. |
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2015 BMW 3 Series | 4.6 - 8 sec | 13.3 - 15.4 sec | 112 - 115 ft. |
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2015 Acura TLX | 5.7 - 8.1 sec | 14.2 - 15.6 sec | 120 ft. |
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2014 BMW 3 Series 0-60 and Quarter Mile all Trims
Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.3 sec | 13.8 sec | 115 ft. |
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335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.7 sec | 13.5 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD SULEV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.6 sec | 15.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.6 sec | 14 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan SULEV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.6 sec | 14 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.6 sec | - | 115 ft. |
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320i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 7.9 sec | 15.4 sec | 115 ft. |
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320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.6 sec | 15.1 sec | 115 ft. |
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2014 BMW 3 Series vs. Competitor's 0-60 and Quarter Mile
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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2014 Honda Accord | 6.6 - 7.8 sec | 15.2 - 15.9 sec | 128 ft. |
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2014 BMW 3 Series | 5.3 - 7.9 sec | 13.5 - 15.4 sec | 115 ft. |
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2014 Infiniti Q50 | 5.3 - 5.5 sec | 13.9 sec | - |
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2014 Cadillac ATS | 5.3 - 7.3 sec | 13.7 - 15.6 sec | 113 ft. |
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2014 Volvo S60 | 5.5 - 7.1 sec | 14.1 - 15.3 sec | 114 - 128 ft. |
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2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 5.8 - 7.5 sec | - | 108 ft. |
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2014 Audi A4 | 4.9 sec | 14.9 sec | 108 ft. |
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2013 BMW 3 Series 0-60 and Quarter Mile all Trims
Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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320i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 6.5 sec | 15.1 sec | 115 ft. |
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320i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 8A) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 4.6 sec | 13.3 sec | 115 ft. |
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335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 4.4 sec | 13 sec | 115 ft. |
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2013 BMW 3 Series vs. Competitor's 0-60 and Quarter Mile
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (70 - 0 MPH) | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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2013 Lexus IS 350 | 5.3 sec | 13.9 sec | - | 114 ft. |
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2013 Cadillac ATS | 5.6 - 7.4 sec | 14.2 - 15.6 sec | - | 108 - 113 ft. |
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2013 Volvo S60 | 5.3 - 6.2 sec | 13.8 - 14.7 sec | - | 124 ft. |
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2013 Infiniti G37 | 9 sec | 16.8 sec | - | 110 ft. |
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2013 Audi S4 | 4.4 sec | 13 sec | - | 109 ft. |
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2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 5.4 - 7.5 sec | 14 - 15.8 sec | - | 108 ft. |
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2013 Audi A4 | 6.2 sec | 14.9 sec | - | 108 ft. |
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2013 Acura TSX | 6.6 - 8.3 sec | 14.8 - 16.2 sec | 182 ft. | 133 ft. |
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2013 Buick Verano | 7.7 sec | 16 sec | - | 124 ft. |
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2013 Honda Accord | 5.6 - 7.7 sec | 14.1 - 16.1 sec | - | 128 ft. |
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2013 BMW 3 Series | 4.4 - 6.5 sec | 13 - 15.1 sec | - | 115 ft. |
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2012 BMW 3 Series 0-60 and Quarter Mile all Trims
Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M) | 5.3 sec | 13.8 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) | 5.6 sec | 14.3 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) | 4.8 sec | 13.4 sec | 115 ft. |
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2012 BMW 3 Series vs. Competitor's 0-60 and Quarter Mile
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (70 - 0 MPH) | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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2012 Acura TSX | 6 - 8.3 sec | 14.5 - 16.2 sec | - | 122 ft. |
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2012 Honda Accord | 6.1 - 8.2 sec | 15.2 - 16.2 sec | - | 128 ft. |
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2012 BMW 3 Series | 4.8 - 5.6 sec | 13.4 - 14.3 sec | - | 115 ft. |
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2012 Lexus IS 350 | 5.3 sec | 13.9 sec | - | 114 ft. |
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2012 Volvo S60 | 5.3 - 6.2 sec | 13.9 - 14.7 sec | - | 124 ft. |
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2012 Infiniti G37 | 9 sec | 16.8 sec | - | 110 ft. |
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2012 Audi S4 | 4.4 sec | 13 sec | 157 ft. | - |
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2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 5.8 - 7.5 sec | 15.2 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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2012 Audi A4 | 5.6 - 6.2 sec | 14.4 - 14.9 sec | - | 108 ft. |
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2011 BMW 3 Series 0-60 and Quarter Mile all Trims
Trim Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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335i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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335i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M) | 4.8 sec | 13.6 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6M) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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328i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M) | 5.6 sec | 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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2011 BMW 3 Series vs. Competitor's 0-60 and Quarter Mile
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Standing 1/4-mile | Braking (60 - 0 MPH) |
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2011 Volvo S60 | 5.5 sec | 14.1 sec | 124 ft. |
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2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 6.3 - 7.1 sec | - | 112 ft. |
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2011 Audi A4 | 6.1 - 6.2 sec | 14.8 - 14.9 sec | 108 ft. |
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2011 BMW 3 Series | 4.8 - 5.6 sec | 13.6 - 14.2 sec | 115 ft. |
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