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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Porsche 911 Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (39900 £ vs 116800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Porsche 911 Coupe?

BMW 3 Series Saloon

Porsche 911 Coupe

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.

BMW 3 Series Saloon has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39900 £ , while the Porsche 911 Coupe costs 116800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 76886 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Saloon manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Porsche 911 Coupe with 10.10 L. The difference is about 7.70 L per 100 km.

911 Coupe

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 Porsche 911 Coupe has a distinct edge – offering 711 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Coupe is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the BMW 3 Series Saloon takes 3.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche 911 Coupe performs evident better – reaching 322 km/h, while the BMW 3 Series Saloon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 72 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche 911 Coupe pulls a bit stronger with 800 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Porsche 911 Coupe is minimal lighter – 1525 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers distinct more room – 480 L compared to 373 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Saloon noticeable takes the win – 495 kg compared to 310 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 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.

BMW 3 Series Saloon
Porsche 911 Coupe

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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

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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Porsche 911 Coupe

The Porsche 911 Coupe remains the iconic sports car you buy when you want a thrilling weekend weapon that still behaves like a civilized companion during the weekdays. Its classic silhouette and razor‑sharp handling deliver a grin-inducing drive every time, while the polished interior and intuitive controls remind you this is a car built for drivers, not just headlines.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Porsche 911 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
39900 - 91000 £
Price
116800 - 301000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L
Consumption L/100km
10.1 - 13.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
229 - 312 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 - 64 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1575 - 1960 kg
Curb weight
1525 - 1815 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
264 - 373 L
Length
4713 - 4714 mm
Length
4542 - 4572 mm
Width
1827 - 1903 mm
Width
1852 - 1900 mm
Height
1440 - 1446 mm
Height
1279 - 1322 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
228 - 310 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
294 - 322 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
2981 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche
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.