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BMW 323is vs Dodge Avenger

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

Vehicles

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1999 BMW 323is

Overview

SpecBMW 323is323isDodge AvengerSE
Selected trim323isSE
Body styleCoupeSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year19992014

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 323is323isDodge AvengerSE
MSRP$0 (best)$20,595
Lowest listing price$4,499 (best)
Median listing price$4,499 (best)
Highest listing price$4,499 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 323is323isDodge AvengerSE
Combined MPG22 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank16.4 gal16.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 323is323isDodge AvengerSE
Horsepower168 hp173 hp (best)
Torque181 lb-ft (best)166 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersI6I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 323is323isDodge AvengerSE
Seating5 seats (best)
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume9.2 cu ft13.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,075 lbs (best)3,400 lbs
Ground clearance6 in (best)
Wheelbase106.3 in108.9 in (best)
Length174.5 in192.6 in (best)
Width67.3 in72.8 in (best)
Height53.8 in58.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 323is323isDodge AvengerSE
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole2 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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 323isDodge Avenger
1

323is

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$20,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT

$23,295 MSRP

3

R/T

$25,795 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 323is vs Dodge Avenger FAQ

Which is better: 1999 BMW 323is or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1999 BMW 323is vs 2014 Dodge Avenger on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1999 BMW 323is or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1999 BMW 323is starts lower at $0. Live Dodge Avenger listings start at $4,499.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1999 BMW 323is or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 1999 BMW 323is leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1999 BMW 323is or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 1999 BMW 323is or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on horsepower in this comparison (283).
Which has better seats: 1999 BMW 323is or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1999 BMW 323is or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 1999 BMW 323is vs 2014 Dodge Avenger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Avenger (4/5 NHTSA overall).