BMW 318is vs Saturn SC1
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Saturn SC1
Overview
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Saturn SC1SC1 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 318is | SC1 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1997 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Saturn SC1SC1 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $13,080 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Saturn SC1SC1 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal (best) | 12.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Saturn SC1SC1 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp (best) | 100 hp |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft (best) | 114 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.9 L | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Saturn SC1SC1 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 9.2 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,976 lbs | 2,379 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 180.5 in (best) |
| Width | 67.3 in | 68.2 in (best) |
| Height | 53.8 in (best) | 53 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 318is318is | Saturn SC1SC1 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (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 | BMW 318is | Saturn SC1 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318is $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SC1 $13,080 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | SC1 $13,940 MSRP |
BMW 318is vs Saturn SC1 FAQ
- Which is better: 1997 BMW 318is or 2002 Saturn SC1?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 318is vs 2002 Saturn SC1 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 2002 Saturn SC1?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 318is starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 1997 BMW 318is or 2002 Saturn SC1?
- The 1997 BMW 318is leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 318is or 2002 Saturn SC1?
- The 2002 Saturn SC1 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 318is or 2002 Saturn SC1?
- The 1997 BMW 318is leads on horsepower in this comparison (138).
- Which has better seats: 1997 BMW 318is or 2002 Saturn SC1?
- The 2002 Saturn SC1 leads on seats in this comparison (4).