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120i vs 120i XDRIVE

BMW · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
120i
Beats the 120i XDRIVE by 0.08s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 120i beats the 120i XDRIVE by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 120i thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
178 hp
178 hp
0–100 km/h
7.1s
7.2s
Top speed
230 km/h
230 km/h
Engine
I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
300 Nm
300 Nm
Price
$37,000
$40,000

Simulated race times

Distance
120i
120i XDRIVE
100 m
6.810s
6.853s
1/8 mile
10.034s
10.095s
1/4 mile
15.012s
15.097s
1 km
26.633s
26.757s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the 120i is the obvious pick at $37,000 versus the 120i XDRIVE's $40,000. Both are formidable. The 120i suits buyers who prioritise raw power; the 120i XDRIVE appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the 120i or the 120i XDRIVE?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 120i is faster, beating the 120i XDRIVE by 0.08 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 120i vs the 120i XDRIVE?

The 120i hits 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds, while the 120i XDRIVE does it in 7.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 120i produces 178 hp; the 120i XDRIVE produces 178 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 120i tops out at 230 km/h, and the 120i XDRIVE reaches 230 km/h.

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