BMW 3 Series vs. BMW 5 Series
In comparing the BMW 3 Series to the BMW 5 Series, the BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and overall quality score. The BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The BMW 3 Series and BMW 5 Series have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW 3 Series versus the BMW 5 Series, the BMW 3 Series is a better car than the BMW 5 Series.
BMW 3 Series versus BMW 5 Series Pricing
For a new model, the BMW 3 Series's price is between $45,589 and $54,726, with the BMW 5 Series priced between $58,440 and $69,695.
BMW 3 Series versus BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 7.0 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 6.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 5 out of 19 Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 7 out of 19. Out of 28 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars, the BMW 3 Series is ranked 28 and the BMW 5 Series is ranked 11.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the BMW 3 Series and the BMW 5 Series makes 288 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 5 Series, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The BMW 3 Series, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$45,589 - $54,726
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
58.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$58,440 - $69,695
Used Asking Price:
$31,998 - $45,978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
65.6%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
9 out of / 28iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
11 out of / 28Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
330e, 330e xDrive
Trim Levels
530e, 530e xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 3800 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 3800 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4083 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4314 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
195.8 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
