Acura CL vs BMW 318is
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 BMW 318is
Overview
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 3.2 | 318is |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,200 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal (best) | 16.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 225 hp (best) | 138 hp |
| Torque | 216 lb-ft (best) | 133 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.2 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.6 cu ft (best) | 9.2 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,470 lbs | 2,976 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.2 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in (best) | 106.3 in |
| Length | 192 in (best) | 174.5 in |
| Width | 69.2 in (best) | 67.3 in |
| Height | 53.3 in | 53.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | BMW 318is318is |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura CL | BMW 318is |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.2 $28,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 318is $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3.2 $30,350 MSRP | — |
| 3 | 3.2 Type-S $30,550 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 3.2 Type-S $30,550 MSRP | — |
| 5 | 3.2 Type-S $32,700 MSRP | — |
| 6 | 3.2 Type-S $32,700 MSRP | — |
Acura CL vs BMW 318is FAQ
- Which is better: 2003 Acura CL or 1997 BMW 318is?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 Acura CL vs 1997 BMW 318is on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2003 Acura CL or 1997 BMW 318is?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 318is starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 Acura CL or 1997 BMW 318is?
- The 1997 BMW 318is leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2003 Acura CL or 1997 BMW 318is?
- The 1997 BMW 318is leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2003 Acura CL or 1997 BMW 318is?
- The 2003 Acura CL leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
- Which has better seats: 2003 Acura CL or 1997 BMW 318is?
- The 2003 Acura CL leads on seats in this comparison (4).