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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39900 - 91000 £
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Price
21800 - 31300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.80 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
409 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
51 - 52 kWh
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
0 - 109 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1575 - 1960 kg
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Curb weight
1355 - 1595 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 385 L
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Length
4713 - 4714 mm
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Length
4178 mm
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Width
1827 - 1903 mm
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Width
1779 mm
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Height
1440 - 1446 mm
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Height
1523 - 1525 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1231 - 1256 L
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
427 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Fiat
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The BMW 3 Series Saloon is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.