The Comparative Analysis :
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo Switch-Tronic (07 - 08) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08)
€ 57,900
€ 30,100
€ 57,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 30,100
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo is 11.2 inches shorter, 0.3 inches wider and 1.1 inches lower than the Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG.
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
56
71.5
79.3
57.1
71.3
80.7
71.5 in
Width
71.3 in
79.3 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.7 in
56 in
Height
57.1 in
108.7
178
106.3
189.2
178 in
Length
189.2 in
108.7 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4608 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
154 lb
4.25 %
General
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
E90
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Straight-six gasoline engine with two turbochargers (biturbo)
Engine Type
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
N54-K20
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3 L / 147 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
355 hp
at 5500 rpm
Power
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
355 hp
154 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
369 lb‑ft
at 3800 rpm
Max. Torque
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
369 lb‑ft
175 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Performance
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
177 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
4.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
220 ft
0.000 sec
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
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10.22 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.55 lb/hp
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
10.22 lb/hp
22.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Fuel Economy / Emissions
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Fuel Economy
24 mpg
combined
22 mpg
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
24 mpg
22 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
17 mpg
city
15 mpg
No data
highway
31 mpg
16.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.7 gal
400 mi
Range
279 mi
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
400 mi
279 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Environmental Impact
185.7 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
157.7 kWh
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
185.7 kWh
157.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
377 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
No data
Practical Convenience
ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
981 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
13 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
