The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 09) vs. BMW 325d (13 - 15)
€ 30,300
€ 39,700
€ 30,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 39,700
ⓘ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. Both cars are the same width, but the Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG is 7.1 inches longer and 0.8 inches taller.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW 325d
57.1
71.3
80.7
56.3
71.3
80
71.3 in
Width
71.3 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80 in
57.1 in
Height
56.3 in
106.3
189.2
110.6
182
189.2 in
Length
182 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
110.6 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW 325d
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3417 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4464 lb
Weight Difference:
55 lb
1.58 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW 325d
V250
Generation
F30
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW 325d
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with two turbochargers (biturbo)
Engine Series
BMW N47
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
215 hp
at 4400 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
154 hp
215 hp
BMW 325d
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
332 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
175 lb‑ft
332 lb‑ft
BMW 325d
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW 325d
130 mph
Maximum Speed
152 mph
10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
308 ft
0.000 sec
BMW 325d
▶ REPLAY
22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
15.89 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22.55 lb/hp
15.89 lb/hp
BMW 325d
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW 325d
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
48 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22 mpg
48 mpg
BMW 325d
15 mpg
city
38 mpg
31 mpg
highway
No data
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.1 gal
279 mi
Range
723 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
279 mi
723 mi
BMW 325d
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).
100.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
157.7 kWh
100.7 kWh
BMW 325d
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
No data
CO2 Emissions
208 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW 325d
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1047 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft










No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data

















