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Audi A4 vs BMW 323i

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2020 Audi A4

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2000 BMW 323i

Overview

SpecAudi A4PremiumBMW 323i323i
Selected trimPremium323i
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202000

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A4PremiumBMW 323i323i
MSRP$37,400$0 (best)
Lowest listing price$15,423 (best)
Median listing price$18,627 (best)
Highest listing price$20,801 (best)
For sale now5 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A4PremiumBMW 323i323i
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank15.3 gal16.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A4PremiumBMW 323i323i
Horsepower188 hp (best)170 hp
Torque236 lb-ft (best)181 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi A4PremiumBMW 323i323i
Seating5 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume12 cu ft (best)10.7 cu ft
Curb weight3,417 lbs3,153 lbs (best)
Wheelbase111 in (best)107.3 in
Length187.5 in (best)176 in
Width72.7 in (best)68.5 in
Height56.2 in (best)55.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A4PremiumBMW 323i323i
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)3 (best)7

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.

TrimAudi A4BMW 323i
1

Premium

$37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

323i

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$41,000 MSRP

323iT

$0 MSRP

3

Prestige

$46,950 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi A4 vs BMW 323i FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Audi A4 or 2000 BMW 323i?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Audi A4 vs 2000 BMW 323i on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Audi A4 or 2000 BMW 323i?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2000 BMW 323i starts lower at $0. Live Audi A4 listings start at $15,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Audi A4 or 2000 BMW 323i?
The 2000 BMW 323i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Audi A4 or 2000 BMW 323i?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Audi A4 or 2000 BMW 323i?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (188).
Which has better seats: 2020 Audi A4 or 2000 BMW 323i?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Audi A4 vs 2000 BMW 323i?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A4 (5/5 NHTSA overall).