The Comparative Analysis :
BMW M3 M DKG (14 - 18) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08)
€ 75,700
€ 27,300
€ 75,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 27,300
ⓘ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 BMW M3 is 5.3 inches shorter, 2.6 inches wider and an inch lower than the Chevrolet Epica 2.5.
BMW M3
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
56.1
73.9
80.2
57.1
71.3
80.7
73.9 in
Width
71.3 in
80.2 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.7 in
56.1 in
Height
57.1 in
110.7
183.9
106.3
189.2
183.9 in
Length
189.2 in
110.7 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
BMW M3
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
3605 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4630 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
132 lb
3.66 %
General
BMW M3
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
F80
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
BMW M3
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Straight-six gasoline engine with two turbochargers (biturbo)
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
BMW S55
Engine Series
S55-B30
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3 L / 147 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
425 hp
at 5500 rpm
Power
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
BMW M3
425 hp
154 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
406 lb‑ft
at 1850 rpm
Max. Torque
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
BMW M3
406 lb‑ft
175 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Performance
BMW M3
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
155 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
4.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
187 ft
0.000 sec
BMW M3
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
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8.48 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.55 lb/hp
BMW M3
8.48 lb/hp
22.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy / Emissions
BMW M3
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy
28 mpg
combined
25 mpg
BMW M3
28 mpg
25 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
21 mpg
city
17 mpg
No data
highway
35 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gal
449 mi
Range
421 mi
BMW M3
449 mi
421 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Environmental Impact
157.2 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).
176.2 kWh
BMW M3
157.2 kWh
176.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 4
312 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
BMW M3
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1025 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
