Acura TLX vs BMW 3 Series (2025)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$530
- TLX: 17 hp more, 0.5 in more front legroom.
- 3 Series: 6 mpg better, 3.4 cu ft more cargo.
- 3 Series wins 4 of 11 measures.
- Price: about the same.
| Measure | TLX | 3 Series | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $46,595 | $47,125 | About the same |
| Horsepower | 272 hp | 255 hp | TLX |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 3 Series |
| MPG combined | 25 mpg | 31 mpg | 3 Series |
| Cargo, max | 13.5 cu ft | 16.9 cu ft | 3 Series |
| Cargo, seats up | 13.5 cu ft | 16.9 cu ft | 3 Series |
| Rear legroom | 34.9 in | 35.2 in | About the same |
| Front legroom | 42.5 in | 42.0 in | TLX |
| Length | 194.6 in | 185.9 in | Not scored |
| Width | 75.2 in | 71.9 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 3,756 lb to 4,215 lb | 3,752 lb | N/A |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | About the same |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.6 in | About the same |
| 0-60 mph | N/A | 5.6 s tested | N/A |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | About the same |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| TLX FWD w/Technology Package $45,400 | 3 Series 330i RWD $45,950 | $550 |
| 3 Series 330i RWD $45,950 | TLX FWD w/Technology Package $45,400 | $550 |
Cost to run
3 Series costs $1,254 less over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | TLX | 3 Series |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $46,595 | $47,125 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,536 | $1,239 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $9,216 | $7,432 |
| Total, 6 years | $55,811 | $54,557 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: 3 Series wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | About the same | |
| MPG | 3 Series | 19% |
| Power | TLX | 6% |
| Space | 3 Series | 20% |
| Towing | N/A |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
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Reliability and safety are not included.
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