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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Abarth 500 595 695 comparison

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

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

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Abarth 500 595 695

  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Series Saloon

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 noticeably 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.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers significantly 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 considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Abarth 500 595 695 takes 7 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

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

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, Abarth 500 595 695 is moderately 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 substantially 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 stands well ahead of its rival 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 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
32,600 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 18.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
242 - 265 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,410 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
185 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,682 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
370 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
155 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
235 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
114 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Abarth
Is the BMW 3 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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