The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic (Autogas) (09 - 10) vs. BMW 318i (08 - 11)
€ 25,900

€ 29,000

€ 25,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 29,000
ⓘ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 Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic is 10.8 inches longer, 0.3 inches narrower and 1.1 inches taller than the BMW 318i.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
BMW 318i
57.1
71.3
80.7
55.9
71.5
78.3
71.3 in
Width
71.5 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
78.3 in
57.1 in
Height
55.9 in
106.3
189.2
108.7
178.4
189.2 in
Length
178.4 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
108.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
BMW 318i
3490 lb
Curb Weight
3164 lb
4288 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4145 lb

Weight Difference:
326 lb
9.34 %

General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
BMW 318i
V250
Generation
E90
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
BMW 318i
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Series
BMW N43
Engine Code
N43-B20

4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
137 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
137 hp
141 hp
BMW 318i
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
140 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
144 lb‑ft
140 lb‑ft
BMW 318i
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
BMW 318i
129 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
62 mph
62
mph
mph
413 ft
0.000 sec

BMW 318i
▶ REPLAY
25.47 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.44 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
25.47 lb/hp
22.44 lb/hp
BMW 318i
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
BMW 318i
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
37 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
22 mpg
37 mpg
BMW 318i
16 mpg
city
29 mpg
28 mpg
highway
No data
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gal
279 mi
Range
621 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
279 mi
621 mi
BMW 318i
Environmental Impact
157.7 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).
119.4 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
157.7 kWh
119.4 kWh
BMW 318i
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
282 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
235 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
BMW 318i
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
798 lb
Maximum Payload
981 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13 cu ft










No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data