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Abarth 500 595 695 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (155 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Abarth 500 595 695 or BMW 3 Series Saloon?

Abarth 500 595 695 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences

Abarth 500 595 695

  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly lighter

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Abarth 500 595 695 is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,380 £.

As for electric range, the Abarth 500 595 695 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 265 km, about 164 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

3 Series Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 155 HP. That’s roughly 375 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Abarth 500 595 695 takes 7 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is visibly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Abarth 500 595 695 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW 3 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Abarth 500 595 695 is slightly lighter – 1,410 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more boot space – 480 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 295 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries markedly more – 495 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,900
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 96 - 101 km
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The Abarth 500, particularly in its 595 and 695 renditions, captures the spirit of Italian motoring with its compact yet aggressive design. Known for its lively performance and distinctive styling, this little powerhouse is a joy to drive, offering an engaging experience that appeals to enthusiasts. With its rich motorsport heritage, the Abarth 500 embodies the essence of fun and excitement on both the streets and the race track.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 39,400 £
Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 18.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
242 - 265 km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
37.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
54 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,410 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
185 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Length
3,673 mm
Length
4,713 mm
Width
1,682 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Height
1,518 mm
Height
1,440 - 1,446 mm
Max trunk capacity
550 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 385 kg
Payload
405 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
155 HP
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
155 km/h
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Torque
235 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
114 kW
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Abarth
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Abarth 500 595 695 have?

The Abarth 500 595 695 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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