The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08) vs. BMW M3 CS M DKG (18 - 18)
€ 29,100
€ 117,600
€ 29,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 117,600
ⓘ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 LPG is 5.3 inches longer, 2.6 inches narrower and an inch taller than the BMW M3 CS.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
BMW M3 CS
57.1
71.3
80.7
56.1
73.9
80.2
71.3 in
Width
73.9 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.2 in
57.1 in
Height
56.1 in
106.3
189.2
110.7
183.9
189.2 in
Length
183.9 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
110.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
BMW M3 CS
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3660 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4630 lb
Weight Difference:
187 lb
5.11 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
BMW M3 CS
V250
Generation
F80
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
BMW M3 CS
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine with two turbochargers (biturbo)
Engine Series
BMW S55
Engine Code
S55-B30
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
142 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
454 hp
at 6250 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
142 hp
454 hp
BMW M3 CS
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
443 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
144 lb‑ft
443 lb‑ft
BMW M3 CS
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
BMW M3 CS
124 mph
Maximum Speed
174 mph
11.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
3.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
538 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
177 ft
0.000 sec
BMW M3 CS
▶ REPLAY
24.45 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
8.06 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
24.45 lb/hp
8.06 lb/hp
BMW M3 CS
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
BMW M3 CS
Fuel Economy
23 mpg
combined
28 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
23 mpg
28 mpg
BMW M3 CS
16 mpg
city
21 mpg
30 mpg
highway
No data
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gal
293 mi
Range
439 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
293 mi
439 mi
BMW M3 CS
Environmental Impact
150.3 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).
161.1 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
150.3 kWh
161.1 kWh
BMW M3 CS
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
No data
CO2 Emissions
319 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
BMW M3 CS
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
970 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
12.6 cu ft









No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data













