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BMW 3 Series vs. Cadillac CT4

When comparing the BMW 3 Series to the Cadillac CT4, the BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Cadillac CT4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW 3 Series versus the Cadillac CT4, the Cadillac CT4 is a better car than the BMW 3 Series.

BMW 3 Series versus Cadillac CT4 Pricing

A used 2023 BMW 3 Series ranges from $44,791 to $65,045 while a used 2023 Cadillac CT4 is priced between $34,327 to $52,930. For a new model, the BMW 3 Series's price is between $45,554 and $66,867, with the Cadillac CT4 priced between $36,115 and $52,129.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the BMW 3 Series’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Cadillac CT4 base engine makes 235 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles. The CT4 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 578 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are compact cars, the Cadillac CT4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and front leg room. The BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The BMW 3 Series has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 BMW 3 Series

2023 Cadillac CT4

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$45,554 - $66,867

Used Asking Price:

$44,791 - $65,045

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

52.3%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$36,115 - $52,129

Used Asking Price:

$34,327 - $52,930

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

49.1%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars

2 / 39
5 / 39

Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value

34 / 39

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value

27 / 39

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

Not yet available

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Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive

Trim Levels

Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport

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

6 years / 70000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

6 years / 70000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

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:

255 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.072 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

235 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.069 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):

25 / 34 / 29

Range (city/hwy):

390 / 530 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

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):

23 / 34 / 27

Range (city/hwy):

391 / 578 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

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:

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:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

Available

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:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

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:

13 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

94.0 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

33.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.9 inches

Cargo Space:

10.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

100.7 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3536 lbs

Width:

81.4 inches

Height:

56.8 inches

Length:

185.9 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.4 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3422 lbs

Width:

77.7 inches

Height:

56 inches

Length:

187.2 inches

Wheelbase:

109.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

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:

17.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

P225/45R17