The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08) vs. ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo Switch-Tronic (08 - 10)
€ 30,100
€ 40,100
€ 30,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 40,100
ⓘ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 Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG is 10.2 inches longer, 0.3 inches narrower and 1.5 inches taller than the ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
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
178.9
189.2 in
Length
178.9 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
108.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3450 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4431 lb
Weight Difference:
22 lb
0.63 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
V250
Generation
E90
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with two turbochargers (biturbo)
Engine Code
N47-D20
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
211 hp
at 4100 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
154 hp
211 hp
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
332 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
175 lb‑ft
332 lb‑ft
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
129 mph
Maximum Speed
152 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
315 ft
0.000 sec
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
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22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
16.35 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22.55 lb/hp
16.35 lb/hp
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
42 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22 mpg
42 mpg
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
15 mpg
city
31 mpg
31 mpg
highway
No data
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.1 gal
279 mi
Range
677 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
279 mi
677 mi
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
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).
115.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
157.7 kWh
115.2 kWh
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
No data
CO2 Emissions
238 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
981 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
