The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic (Gasoline) (09 - 10) vs. ALPINA D3 DPF (05 - 08)
€ 25,900

€ 36,800

€ 25,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 36,800
ⓘ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 11.2 inches longer, 0.3 inches narrower and 1.5 inches taller than the ALPINA D3 DPF.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
ALPINA D3 DPF
57.1
71.3
80.7
55.6
71.5
79.3
71.3 in
Width
71.5 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.3 in
57.1 in
Height
55.6 in
106.3
189.2
108.7
178
189.2 in
Length
178 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
108.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
ALPINA D3 DPF
3490 lb
Curb Weight
3219 lb
4288 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4365 lb

Weight Difference:
271 lb
7.77 %

General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
ALPINA D3 DPF
V250
Generation
E90
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
ALPINA D3 DPF
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
M47
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
137 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
197 hp
at 4000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
137 hp
197 hp
ALPINA D3 DPF
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
302 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
144 lb‑ft
302 lb‑ft
ALPINA D3 DPF
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
ALPINA D3 DPF
129 mph
Maximum Speed
148 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec

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

ALPINA D3 DPF
▶ REPLAY
25.47 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
16.34 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
25.47 lb/hp
16.34 lb/hp
ALPINA D3 DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
ALPINA D3 DPF
Fuel Economy
29 mpg
combined
40 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
29 mpg
40 mpg
ALPINA D3 DPF
21 mpg
city
30 mpg
37 mpg
highway
No data
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.1 gal
493 mi
Range
642 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
493 mi
642 mi
ALPINA D3 DPF
Environmental Impact
155.3 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).
121.3 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
155.3 kWh
121.3 kWh
ALPINA D3 DPF
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
317 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
251 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
ALPINA D3 DPF
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
798 lb
Maximum Payload
1146 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13 cu ft










No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data