Compare BMW 3 Series E46 Sedan vs Saab 9-3 II facelift

Variants
316i
318i
318i AT
320d
320i
320i AT
323i
323i AT
328i
328i AT
330d
330i
330i AT
330xd
330xi
330xi AT
1.8t Biopower
1.8t Biopower AT
1.9 TTiD
1.9 TTiD AT
2.0t Biopower
2.0t Biopower AT
2.8T V6
2.8T V6 AT

Capacity

Cargo Capacity
425 L / 15.0 cu-ft
Fuel Capacity
62.0 L / 16.4 gal
Passengers
5
5

Chassis

Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Disc
Disc
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Suspension | Front
MacPherson strut
MacPherson strut
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Helical spring

Construction

Body Style
4-door Sedan
4-door Sedan
Platform
GM Epsilon

Dimensions

Size | Height
1466 mm / 57.7 in
Size | Length
4471 mm / 176.0 in
4635 mm / 182.5 in
Size | Width
1739 mm / 68.5 in
1762 mm / 69.4 in
Track Width | Front
1524.0 mm / 60.0 in
Track Width | Rear
1506.0 mm / 59.3 in
Wheelbase
2725 mm / 107.3 in
2675 mm / 105.3 in

Powertrain

Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Emission Standard
Euro 4

Reviews

Neofiliac score
52%
25%
Pros
  • Interesting M54 and M57 engine options
  • Easy to DIY
  • Simple and classy exterior design
  • Very elegant yet sporty design
  • Good level of reliability
Cons
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front
  • Functional interior
  • Basic suspension setup

Price

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