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Audi A4 vs BMW Série 3
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Powertrains and consumption
Audi A4
Energy profile: Audi A4 is mainly hybrid.
BMW Série 3
Energy profile: BMW Série 3 is mainly hybrid.
Consumption comparison
| Energy | Audi A4 | BMW Série 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 6.1-6.7 L/100 km | 5.9-7.4 L/100 km |
| Diesel | 4-6.2 L/100 km | 4.6-5.5 L/100 km |
These figures reflect official mixed WLTP consumption (min - max) from our catalogue for all powertrains.
Powertrains by generation
Generations with a detailed sheet (story, reliability, servicing). Open a generation to go deeper.
Audi A4
BMW Série 3
- Série 3 Touring G212019-Present122-392 hp
- Série 3 G202018-Present122-392 hp
- Série 3 Gran Turismo F342013-2020143-326 hp
- Série 3 Touring F312012-2019116-326 hp
- Série 3 F302011-2019116-340 hp
- Série 3 Cabriolet E932007-2013143-320 hp
- Série 3 Coupé E922006-2013143-320 hp
- Série 3 E902005-2012115-306 hp
- Série 3 Touring E912005-2012115-306 hp
- Série 3 Compact E462001-2005115-192 hp
- Série 3 Cabriolet E462000-2003170-231 hp
- Série 3 Coupé E461999-2003116-231 hp
- Série 3 Touring E461999-2005115-231 hp
- Série 3 E461998-2005105-231 hp
- Série 3 E361995-200090-193 hp
- Série 3 Cabriolet E361995-1999170-193 hp
- Série 3 Compact E361995-200090-170 hp
- Série 3 Coupé E361995-1999140-193 hp
- Série 3 Touring E361995-200090-193 hp
Service costs & insurance
These figures are indicative estimates for a standard service outside the dealer network.
Audi A4Premium
Servicing a Audi A4 sits about 47% above the market average (premium positioning).
- Simple oil change~ 150 €
- Full service~ 445 €
- Front brake pads~ 200 €
- Timing-belt kit~ 885 €
- Tyres (set of 4)~ 450 €
BMW Série 3Premium
Servicing a BMW Série 3 sits about 55% above the market average (premium positioning).
- Simple oil change~ 160 €
- Full service~ 490 €
- Front brake pads~ 230 €
- Tyres (set of 4)~ 450 €
Timing chain: no scheduled replacement.
Dimensions & specifications
| Criterion | Audi A4 | BMW Série 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1415-1810 kg | 1565-1950 kg |
| Boot volume | 460-495 L | 410-500 L |
| Max boot (seats folded) | 1495 L | 1510 L |
| Power outputs | 122-286 hp | 122-392 hp |
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Frequently asked questions
How do you choose between two cars?▾
Compare what costs over time first: reliability (known faults, chain or timing belt), service budget and real-world consumption. The spec sheet rarely separates two cars in the same segment; running costs almost always do.
Which criteria should you compare before buying?▾
The five that weigh most: yearly service cost, documented model weak points, mixed consumption, insurance for your profile, and space (boot, dimensions). Each of our duels puts them side by side.
Where does Garajo's data come from?▾
From our maintenance catalogue: generation-by-generation service plans, documented reliability model by model, and official WLTP consumption. Verdicts are recalculated whenever the catalogue is updated.