BMW 3 Series vs Audi A4

In this showdown of two iconic sport sedans, it's the BMW 3 Series vs. Audi A4. They both bring plenty of power and style to the table, but there's only one that can match your rides through Knoxville, Loudon, and Lenoir City, TN, and our team at Grayson BMW is here to find out which it is!

Whether you're looking for speed, innovation, or both, this showdown is sure to excite. Let's see who comes out on top!

BMW 3 Series vs Audi A4: Energetic Performance

Both sports cars can provide a white-knuckle performance that's sure to add a shot of adrenaline to your daily drive. The Audi A4 comes standard with a 2.0L 40 TFSI® engine that achieves 201 horsepower, but the BMW 3 Series comes with a more potent, 255-horsepower, 2.0L TwinPower Turbo engine.

All that power helps the 3 Series sprint from 0 to 60 MPH in just 5.6 seconds. The A4 is almost as fast, but it still takes a full 6.3 seconds to hit the 60 MPH mark.

You'll be able to go the distance with either sedan, thanks to their efficient MPG ratings, but if you're looking for a hybrid vehicle, you'll need to choose the BMW 3 Series 330e. It pairs the 2.0L TwinPower Turbo engine with an integrated electric motor and boasts an all-electric range of 22 miles.¹ The A4 doesn't offer a hybrid.

Step Inside These Luxury Sport Sedans

Both sport sedans put you into a driver-centric cockpit with available leather-trimmed seats, but you'll have more room to work the pedals in the BMW 3 Series. It boasts 42 inches of legroom compared to just 41.3 inches in the Audi A4.

When you're on the road, you'll be able to stay seamlessly connected behind the wheel of either vehicle. They come with a similar set of infotainment features, including:

• Bluetooth®
• Apple CarPlay™
• Android Auto
• SiriusXM®
• Navigation

The multi-input iDrive 7.0 system is one BMW-connected technology feature that you won't find on the Audi A4. It makes the infotainment system in the 3 Series more user-friendly. It lets you take control of your connected features with the sound of your voice, the touchscreen, and the iDrive touchpad Controller.

3 Series vs A4: How Do They Match Up on Safety?

BMW and Audi have long been at the forefront of vehicle safety, which is why both are so closely matched in this department. The Active Guard of the BMW 3 Series and Audi pre sense® city can warn you when a potential frontal collision is detected and activate the brakes if you don't react in time.

Both sedans also come with a system that will prepare the vehicle for an imminent collision by automatically tightening the seat belts, closing the windows, and activating post-crash braking.

If you find yourself in a crowded parking lot, the surround view cameras-available with both sedans-will come in handy, but only the 3 Series can park itself. Its available Parking Assistant Plus can search for open spots when driving at low speeds. Once you confirm, the system can steer your vehicle right into the space.

BMW 3 Series vs Audi A4: We Have a Winner!

The competition was close, but if you're looking for a swifter sport sedan with a hybrid option and more user-friendly infotainment features, the BMW 3 Series is for you. Experience it firsthand on the streets of Knoxville, Loudon, and Lenoir City, Tennessee.

Schedule a test drive at Grayson BMW today!

¹ This range is based on 2020 estimates by the EPA and U.S. Department of Energy. Actual range will vary depending on driving style, traffic conditions, and outside temperatures.