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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Fiat 600 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (39900 £ vs 21800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Fiat 600?

BMW 3 Series Saloon

Fiat 600

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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.

Fiat 600 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21800 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18094 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Saloon manages with 2.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Fiat 600 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 600 performs clearly better – achieving up to 409 km, about 308 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Fiat 600 takes 8.50 s. That’s about 5 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Saloon performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Fiat 600 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Saloon pulls significantly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm difference.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Fiat 600 is a bit lighter – 1355 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers somewhat more room – 480 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Saloon to a small extent takes the win – 495 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Saloon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 96 - 101 km
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Fiat 600

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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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Fiat 600

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The Fiat 600 is small, cheeky and utterly charming, a pocket-sized Italian that packs more personality than its size suggests. Ideal for city buyers who want fuss-free motoring with a playful driving character, it puts smiles ahead of spreadsheets.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Fiat 600

Costs and Consumption

Price
39900 - 91000 £
Price
21800 - 31300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
409 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 - 52 kWh
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1575 - 1960 kg
Curb weight
1355 - 1595 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 385 L
Length
4713 - 4714 mm
Length
4178 mm
Width
1827 - 1903 mm
Width
1779 mm
Height
1440 - 1446 mm
Height
1523 - 1525 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1231 - 1256 L
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
427 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Fiat
What drive types are available for the BMW 3 Series Saloon?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.