Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 3 Series
When we compare the Chrysler 300's and the BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler 300 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler 300's and the BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler 300 is a better car than the BMW 3 Series.
Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2023 Chrysler 300 ranges from $30,928 to $64,992 while a used 2024 BMW 3 Series is priced between $47,312 to $65,946. For a new model, the Chrysler 300's price is between $33,387 and $56,573, with the BMW 3 Series priced between $47,938 and $68,615.
Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chrysler 300 loses 51.3 percent of its value and the BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the Chrysler 300 retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 3 Series.
Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chrysler 300 is 7.7 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Chrysler 300 being ranked 6 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chrysler 300 is 8.5 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Chrysler 300 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 3 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chrysler 300’s base engine makes 292 horsepower, and the BMW 3 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The 300 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles.This gives the BMW 3 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chrysler 300 the advantage in maximum range. The 300 uses regular unleaded, and the 3 Series uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chrysler 300, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW 3 Series, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the BMW 3 Series has higher safety ratings than the Chrysler 300, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
33387 - 56573
Used Asking Price:
30928 - 64992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.512931
Pricing
New Asking Price:
47938 - 68615
Used Asking Price:
47312 - 65946
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Chrysler 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.696856 / 10
Reliability:
8.490567 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chrysler 300 Rankings
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7 out of / 8BMW 3 Series Rankings
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2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
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25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Chrysler 300 Trim Levels
C, S V6, S V8, Touring, Touring L
BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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):
25 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 530 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
122.6 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4013 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
198.6 inches
Wheelbase:
120 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3536 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18