120D Xdrive vs 120I M Sport
BMW · BMW
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 120D Xdrive beats the 120I M Sport comfortably, finishing 0.17 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 120D Xdrive thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 120D Xdrive is $38,000 vs $39,000 for the 120I M Sport — a $1,000 gap. Power: 120D Xdrive makes 12 hp more (190 vs 178). 0–100 km/h: 120D Xdrive is 0.20s quicker (6.9s vs 7.1s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 120D Xdrive or the 120I M Sport?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 120D Xdrive is faster, beating the 120I M Sport by 0.17 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 120D Xdrive vs the 120I M Sport?
The 120D Xdrive hits 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, while the 120I M Sport does it in 7.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 120D Xdrive produces 190 hp; the 120I M Sport produces 178 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 120D Xdrive tops out at 230 km/h, and the 120I M Sport reaches 230 km/h.
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