BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
vs
i3s
Hatchback · Electric · FWD
BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i
Car A
BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i
The BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i blends brisk performance with five-seat hatchback practicality, making it a solid fit for city driving and growing families. It’s efficient for its class and priced around 43,000, but not ideal for cargo-heavy use or harsh winters.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety252 hp
i3s
Car B
i3s
The BMW i3s is a city-focused electric hatchback that blends quick acceleration with everyday practicality. Its 226 km range suits commuting and small-family duties, while longer trips will require more planning.
5 seatsHatchbackElectric5-star safetyElectric
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 57 / 62
City 57 / 66
Budget / value 45 / 44
Road trip 45 / 29
Performance 32 / 25
Cargo 26 / 18
Practical 41 / 40
Premium 49 / 43
Winter 26 / 20

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i · Orange = i3s

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i i3s
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Pros & cons

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i

  • Strong 252 hp and 5.8 s 0–100 km/h for confident daily driving
  • Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km combined
  • Five seats and a 480 L hatchback trunk suit growing families
  • Good value in its segment at around 43,000

i3s

  • Compact hatchback size is easy to maneuver and park in city driving
  • Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.8 s supports confident merging and passing
  • Five seats and a 335 L trunk cover most small-family errands
  • Good value in its segment at 49,995 if urban use is the priority

Verdict

Pick BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i if…
Lower entry price
BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo 330i starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick i3s if…
Performance & capability
i3s is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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