BMW M135i vs BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

BMW M135i

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

BMW M135i

The BMW M135i is a fast, front-wheel-drive hatchback that blends 306 hp performance with five-seat, 380-liter practicality and an efficient 6.4 L/100 km rating. It reads as good value in its segment for city use and small-family duties.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety6.4 L/100km

Car B

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

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 63 / 58

City 58 / 40

Budget / value 64 / 37

Road trip 39 / 54

Performance 32 / 35

Cargo 21 / 28

Practical 51 / 39

Premium 48 / 60

Winter 26 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW M135i · Orange = BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW M135i BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

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Pros & cons

BMW M135i

Rapid 0–100 km/h in 4.8 s from 306 hp for confident passing
Efficient for its class at 6.4 L/100 km combined
Practical five-seat hatch with a 380 L trunk for daily and small-family use
At 37,500, it offers good value in its segment
FWD layout may not suit buyers wanting AWD or rear-drive dynamics
380 L trunk and compact hatch shape limit space for bulky items
Winter driving confidence may be lower than AWD alternatives
Performance capability may be unnecessary if you only need a basic city commuter

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

Verdict

Pick BMW M135i if…

Best fuel economy

BMW M135i uses 6.4 L/100km vs 8.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i if…

More power

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i puts out 374 hp vs 306 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW M135i

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Verdict

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