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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Jeep Gladiator comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 264 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 66,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Jeep Gladiator?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Jeep Gladiator: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Jeep Gladiator

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,486 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

Gladiator

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 significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 264 HP. That’s roughly 266 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Jeep Gladiator takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers somewhat more torque with 700 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 785 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries slightly more – 565 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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
66,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
257 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,591 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
1,905 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
264 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
194 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Jeep
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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