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Alpine A110 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (345 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A110 or BMW 3 Series Saloon?

Alpine A110 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences

Alpine A110

  • clearly lighter
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BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Alpine A110 costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,300 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Alpine A110 with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

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 markedly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 345 HP. That’s roughly 185 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Alpine A110 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 280 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A110 is clearly lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more boot space – 480 L compared to 96 L. That’s a difference of about 384 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries clearly more – 495 kg compared to 210 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly superior 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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Alpine A110

The Alpine A110 is a stunning testament to modern automotive design, seamlessly blending performance with elegance. Its lightweight construction contributes to an exhilarating driving experience, making it a true driver's car. With its distinctive styling and agile handling, the A110 captures the spirit of classic sports cars while embracing contemporary technology.

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The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,200 - 282,900 £
Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
152 - 157 g/km
co2
54 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,194 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
96 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 - 210 kg
Payload
405 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 345 HP
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
185 - 254 kW
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Alpine
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Alpine A110?

The Alpine A110 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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