BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 3 Series Touring
318i Touring
₱3.89 Million
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GAC EMPOW
GAC EMPOW
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₱1.225 Million
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BMW 3 Series Touring vs GAC EMPOW Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of BMW 3 Series Touring and GAC EMPOW, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the BMW 3 Series Touring priced at ₱3.89 Million, while GAC EMPOW is priced at ₱1.225 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, BMW 3 Series Touring houses 1998 engine whereas GAC EMPOW engine displacement stands at 1497.

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Overview: 3 Series Touring vs EMPOW

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Power 156 hp 168 hp
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 1497 cc
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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User Review Comparison
  • Tons of smart design touches, engaging to drive

    I recently embarked on a spontaneous weekend camping trip on my BMW 3 Series Touring, and I was amazed. I loaded the kids, two bikes, a cooler, and a...

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    George May 29, 2025 for BMW 3 Series Touring
  • Designed keeping in mind late-evening commuters

    I use my car for daily commutes in the city between my office and every weekend I take it to my parents’ house on the outskirts. This routine has...

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    Christian Sep 15, 2025 for GAC EMPOW 55

From The Experts

Things we like

Powerful 3.0L engine

Great safety features

Large 19-inch alloy wheels

3-zone automatic climate control

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Aggressive and sporty design

Long list of features

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Things we don't like

Average under-thigh support

No sunroof

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Restricted headroom at the rear

Steering lacks feel at higher speeds

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 500 L --
Length 4713 mm 4700 mm
Width 1827 mm 1850 mm
Height 1440 mm 1432 mm
Wheel Base 2851 mm 2736 mm
Ground Clearance 139 mm 125 mm
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 47 L
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Engine Details

Engine 2.0L Gasoline Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 1.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4

Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 1497 cc
Power 156 hp 168 hp
Torque 250 Nm 270 Nm
RPM At Max Power -- 5500 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 1500-4000 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Adjustable
Steering Type Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Discs
Front Suspension Sport Suspension MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Sport Suspension Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Gear Box 8-Speed 7-Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 16 Inch
Tyre Size 245/50 R18 215/60 R16
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R18 R16
Spare Tyre Size -- 215/60 R16
Spare Tyre Material -- Alloy
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes No
Side Airbag-Front Yes No
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors Yes No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes No
Park Assist Yes No
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Knee Airbags -- No
360 Camera -- No
Hill-Start Assist Control -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes
Blind Spot monitor -- No
Lane Departure Warning System -- No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert -- No
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes No
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Memory Seats No No
Wireless Charger Yes No
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Ventilated Front Seats -- No
Ventilated Rear Seats -- No
Cruise Control -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- No
Rear Reading Lamp -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- No
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- Yes
Head-Up Display -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 14.9 Inch 14.9 Inch 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes --
Audio System HiFi Sound System HiFi Sound System --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes --
Navigation System Yes --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control Yes --
Touch Screen Yes Yes
No Of Speakers -- 2 2
Smartphone Connectivity -- Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes No
Heated Seats - Front No --
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather --
Seat Lumbar Support -- No
Heated Seats - Rear -- No
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
Leather Seats -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Window Wiper Yes No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Roof Carrier No --
Roof Rail Yes --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper -- No
Rear Window Washer -- No
Daytime Running Lights -- No
Headlamps Washer -- No
Sun Roof -- No
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Interior

Ambient Light No No
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BMW 3 Series Touring vs GAC EMPOW FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series Touring vs GAC EMPOW?

3 Series Touring is priced at ₱3.89 Million and EMPOW is priced at ₱1.225 Million. Hence EMPOW is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BMW 3 Series Touring vs GAC EMPOW?

The BMW 3 Series Touring has power of 156 hp with 250 Nm torque and GAC EMPOW has power of 168 hp with 270 Nm torque. Thus making EMPOW the more powerful as compared to 3 Series Touring.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between 3 Series Touring vs EMPOW?

The 3 Series Touring comes with a ground clearance of 139 mm , on the other hand the EMPOW comes with a ground clearance of 125 mm , hence the BMW 3 Series Touring has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between BMW 3 Series Touring vs GAC EMPOW?

3 Series Touring safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Park Assist, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Speed Sensing Door Locks

EMPOW safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor and Electric Parking Brake

The BMW 3 Series Touring has higher number of sefety features than EMPOW, hence BMW 3 Series Touring is more safer than GAC EMPOW.

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Which Car has more comfort features between 3 Series Touring vs EMPOW?

3 Series Touring comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Vanity Mirror and Wireless Charger

EMPOW comfort features: Air Conditioner, Air Quality Control, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Follow Me Home Headlamps

The BMW 3 Series Touring and GAC EMPOW both have same Comfort Features.

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Which is bigger 3 Series Touring or EMPOW?

The 3 Series Touring dimensions are 4713 mm length, 1827 mm width, 1440 mm height while the EMPOW dimensions are 4700 mm length, 1850 mm width, 1432 mm height. Hence, the 3 Series Touring is more longer, EMPOW is more wider and 3 Series Touring is more higher.

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