← Back to compare hub

BMW 318is vs Chevrolet Monte Carlo

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

Vehicles

BMW logo

1997 BMW 318is

Chevrolet logo

2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Overview

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Selected trim318isLS
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Transmission5-speed manual4-speed automatic
Engine typegasflex-fuel (FFV)
Model year19972007

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet Monte CarloLS
MSRP$0 (best)$21,015
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)19 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG29 MPG
Fuel tank16.4 gal17 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Horsepower138 hp211 hp (best)
Torque133 lb-ft214 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.9 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Seating5 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume9.2 cu ft15.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,976 lbs (best)3,461 lbs
Wheelbase106.3 in110.5 in (best)
Length174.5 in196.7 in (best)
Width67.3 in72.9 in (best)
Height53.8 in55.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)11

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.

TrimBMW 318isChevrolet Monte Carlo
1

318is

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LS

$21,015 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LT

$22,625 MSRP

3

SS

$27,740 MSRP

BMW 318is vs Chevrolet Monte Carlo FAQ

Which is better: 1997 BMW 318is or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 318is vs 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1997 BMW 318is or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 318is starts lower at $0.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1997 BMW 318is or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 1997 BMW 318is leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 318is or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 1997 BMW 318is leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 318is or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo leads on horsepower in this comparison (303).
Which has better seats: 1997 BMW 318is or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1997 BMW 318is or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).