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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Fiat Panda comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 70 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 14,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Fiat Panda?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Fiat Panda: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Fiat Panda

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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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 Panda is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,808 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 460 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 Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 10.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 608 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, Fiat Panda is substantially lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more boot space – 480 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries clearly more – 495 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 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, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • 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
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Fiat Panda

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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 Panda

The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Fiat Panda

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
14,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
113 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
38 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
225 L
Length
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Length
3,635 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,643 mm
Height
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Height
1,551 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
365 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Manual
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
70 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
164 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
92 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
51 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Fiat
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