| Details | BMW - 3 Series | Volkswagen - Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3 Series | Golf |
| Generation | 3 Series Sedan (G20 LCI, facelift 2022) | Golf VIII Variant (facelift 2024) |
| Modification | 318d (150 Hp) Mild Hybrid Steptronic | 1.5 eTSI (116 Hp) Mild Hybrid DSG |
| Start Of Production | July, 2022 | April, 2024 |
Performance
| Specs | BMW - 3 Series | Volkswagen - Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Acceleration 0 100 Kmh | 8.3 sec | None |
| Acceleration 0 62 Mph | 8.3 sec | None |
| Max Speed | 218 km/h 135.46 mph | 203 km/h 126.14 mph |
| Drag Coefficient Cd | 0.25 | None |
Body & Dimensions
| Specs | BMW - 3 Series | Volkswagen - Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Body Type | Sedan | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 4713 mm 185.55 in. | 4631 mm 182.32 in. |
| Width | 1827 mm 71.93 in. | 1789 mm 70.43 in. |
| Height | 1440 mm 56.69 in. | 1487 mm 58.54 in. |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm 112.24 in. | 2669 mm 105.08 in. |
| Front Track | 1573 mm 61.93 in. | 1534-1550 mm 60.39 - 61.02 in. |
| Rear Track | 1568 mm 61.73 in. | 1503-1519 mm 59.17 - 59.8 in. |
| Min Turning Circle | 11.4 m 37.4 ft. | 11.1 m 36.42 ft. |
| Ride Height Ground Clearance | 141 mm 5.55 in. | None |
Fuel Consumption
| Specs | BMW - 3 Series | Volkswagen - Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6d | Euro 6 EA |
| Combined Fuel Consumption Wltp | 4.8-5.5 l/100 km 49 - 42.77 US mpg 58.85 - 51.36 UK mpg 20.83 - 18.18 km/l | 5.2 l/100 km 45.23 US mpg 54.32 UK mpg 19.23 km/l |
| Co2 Emissions Wltp | 127-145 g/km | 120 g/km |
Engine & Transmission
| Specs | BMW - 3 Series | Volkswagen - Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain Architecture | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Power | 150 Hp @ 4000 rpm. | 116 Hp |
| Power Per Litre | 75.1 Hp/l | 77.4 Hp/l |
| Torque | 320 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm. 236.02 lb.-ft. @ 1500-2750 rpm. | 220 Nm @ 1500-3000 rpm. 162.26 lb.-ft. @ 1500-3000 rpm. |
| Engine Layout | Front, Longitudinal | Front, Transverse |
| Engine Model Code | B47D20B | EA211 evo2 |
| Engine Displacement | 1998 cm3 121.93 cu. in. | 1498 cm3 91.41 cu. in. |
| Number Of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Engine Configuration | Inline | Inline |
| Cylinder Bore | 84 mm 3.31 in. | 74.5 mm 2.93 in. |
| Piston Stroke | 90 mm 3.54 in. | 85.9 mm 3.38 in. |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5 | None |
| Number Of Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel Injection System | Diesel Commonrail | Direct injection |
| Engine Aspiration | Twin-power turbo, Intercooler | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt | None |
| Engine Oil Specification | 0W-20 / BMW Longlife-17 FE+ 0W-30 / BMW Longlife-12 FE | None |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the rear wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode. | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode. |
| Drive Wheel | Rear wheel drive | Front wheel drive |
| Front Suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer | None |
| Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox | 8 gears, automatic transmission Steptronic | 7 gears, automatic transmission DSG |
Brakes
| Specs | BMW - 3 Series | Volkswagen - Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Front Brakes | Ventilated discs | None |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated discs | None |
| Steering Type | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power Steering | Electric Steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires Size | 225/50 R17 | 205/55 R16; 205/50 R17; 225/45 R17; 225/40 R18 |
| Wheel Rims Size | 7.5J x 17 | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 16; 6.5J x 17; 7.5J x 17; 7.5J x 18 |
| Assisting Systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
Battery - Electric / Hybrid
| Specs | BMW - 3 Series | Volkswagen - Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Battery Technology | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery Location | Inside the trunk | None |
| Electric Motor Power | 11 Hp | 18 Hp |
| Electric Motor Location | Integrated into the transmission | Front, Transverse |
| Battery Voltage | 48 V | 48 V |
Weight & Capacity
| Specs | BMW - 3 Series | Volkswagen - Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Weight To Power Ratio | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.5 Hp/tonne | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight To Torque Ratio | 4.9 kg/Nm, 205.8 Nm/tonne | 6 kg/Nm, 165.7 Nm/tonne |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg 3428.19 lbs. | 1328 kg 2927.74 lbs. |
| Max Weight | 2125 kg 4684.82 lbs. | 1940 kg 4276.97 lbs. |
| Max Load | 570 kg 1256.63 lbs. | 612 kg 1349.23 lbs. |
| Trunk Boot Space Minimum | 480 l 16.95 cu. ft. | 611 l 21.58 cu. ft. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l 10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal | None |
| Max Roof Load | 75 kg 165.35 lbs. | None |
| Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes | 750 kg 1653.47 lbs. | 700 kg 1543.24 lbs. |
| Permitted Towbar Download | 75 kg 165.35 lbs. | 80 kg 176.37 lbs. |
| Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent | 1600 kg 3527.4 lbs. | 1300 kg 2866.01 lbs. |
