The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 09) vs. BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Automatic (12 - 13)
€ 30,300
€ 52,800
€ 30,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 52,800
ⓘ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. 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 ActiveHybrid 3
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 ActiveHybrid 3
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3814 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4817 lb
Weight Difference:
342 lb
8.97 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
V250
Generation
F30
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
8-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
6-cylinder full hybrid gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
BMW N55
Engine Code
N55-B30
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
335 hp
at 5800 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
154 hp
335 hp
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
332 lb‑ft
at 1200 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
175 lb‑ft
332 lb‑ft
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
130 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
5.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
243 ft
0.000 sec
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
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22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
11.39 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22.55 lb/hp
11.39 lb/hp
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
40 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22 mpg
40 mpg
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
15 mpg
city
44 mpg
31 mpg
highway
No data
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.1 gal
279 mi
Range
600 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
279 mi
600 mi
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
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).
111.8 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
157.7 kWh
111.8 kWh
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
No data
CO2 Emissions
224 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1003 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
