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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Bentley Continental Coupe comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Bentley Continental Coupe?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Bentley Continental Coupe: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Bentley Continental Coupe

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  • barely more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Series Saloon

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Bentley Continental Coupe costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 153,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Bentley Continental Coupe with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 9.4 L/100km.

Continental Coupe

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 Bentley Continental Coupe offers barely more power – delivering 549 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Bentley Continental Coupe takes 4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Coupe delivers barely more torque with 770 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

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, BMW 3 Series Saloon is noticeably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 590 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers markedly more boot space – 480 L compared to 358 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries only slightly more – 495 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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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BMW 3 Series Saloon

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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Bentley Continental Coupe

The Bentley Continental Coupe slips between grand tourer and high-fashion statement with effortless poise, its cabin drenched in handcrafted leather and tasteful, indulgent details that make every journey feel like a special occasion. On the road it masks immense performance behind a serene, buttoned-up demeanor while doling out a surprisingly composed and playful driving character whenever you ask for it, making it ideal for buyers who want both presence and comfort with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
192,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
358 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,966 mm
Height
-
Height
1,405 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Bentley
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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