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BMW 850Ci vs Dodge Avenger

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

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1997 BMW 850Ci

Overview

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiDodge AvengerSE
Selected trim850CiSE
Body styleCoupeSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year19972014

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiDodge 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 850Ci850CiDodge AvengerSE
Combined MPG15 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG12 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG19 MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank23.8 gal (best)16.9 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiDodge AvengerSE
Horsepower322 hp (best)173 hp
Torque361 lb-ft (best)166 lb-ft
Engine size5.4 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersV12I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiDodge AvengerSE
Seating5 seats (best)
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume9.5 cu ft13.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,288 lbs3,400 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6 in (best)
Wheelbase105.7 in108.9 in (best)
Length188.2 in192.6 in (best)
Width73 in (best)72.8 in
Height52.8 in58.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiDodge 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 850CiDodge Avenger
1

850Ci

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$20,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT

$23,295 MSRP

3

R/T

$25,795 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 850Ci vs Dodge Avenger FAQ

Which is better: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 850Ci 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: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 850Ci starts lower at $0. Live Dodge Avenger listings start at $4,499.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 1997 BMW 850Ci leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 1997 BMW 850Ci leads on horsepower in this comparison (322).
Which has better seats: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2014 Dodge Avenger?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 1997 BMW 850Ci vs 2014 Dodge Avenger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Avenger (4/5 NHTSA overall).