BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i vs BMW 223i Active Tourer — full comparison

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

vs

BMW 223i Active Tourer

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Car A

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

A rapid 5-seat hatchback that blends strong performance with everyday practicality and good value in its segment. Best for families who want speed and road-trip ease, less ideal for cargo-heavy or winter-focused use.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety374 hp

BMW 223i Active Tourer

Car B

BMW 223i Active Tourer

BMW 223i Active Tourer balances city-friendly efficiency with brisk acceleration, making it a sensible choice for small families. It offers good value in its segment, though limited cargo room and FWD traction may not suit cargo-heavy use or harsh winters.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety5.9 L/100km

Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatsdifferent segment

Usage fit

Family 58 / 55

City 40 / 59

Budget / value 37 / 48

Road trip 54 / 41

Performance 35 / 29

Cargo 28 / 22

Practical 39 / 39

Premium 60 / 45

Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i · Orange = BMW 223i Active Tourer

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i BMW 223i Active Tourer

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Pros & cons

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Very quick acceleration (0–100 km/h in 4.4 s) from 374 hp for confident passing and merges
5-seat hatchback with a 500 L trunk suits growing families and road trips
8.1 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class given the output
At $54,900, offers good value in its segment for the performance on tap
Gasoline-only powertrain with no electric driving range
Front-wheel drive may be less appealing for buyers prioritizing AWD winter traction
500 L cargo space can feel limited for cargo-heavy use versus larger wagons or SUVs
Price remains higher than non-performance family hatchbacks

BMW 223i Active Tourer

Efficient for its class (5.9 L/100 km combined) for cost-conscious city commuting
Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.9 s for confident merging and overtakes
Practical five-seat layout with a usable 405 L trunk for everyday needs
Strong safety ranking signal supports family-focused peace of mind
405 L boot may feel tight if you often haul bulky gear
FWD and weak winter-driving signal make it less ideal for snowy conditions
Gasoline model with no electric-only range won’t suit electrified commuting goals
At around 37,000, not the cheapest compact—better seen as good value than low price

Verdict

Pick BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick BMW 223i Active Tourer if…

Performance & capability

BMW 223i Active Tourer is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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