125I vs 228i xDrive Gran Coupe
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The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 125I beats the 228i xDrive Gran Coupe by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 125I thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 228i xDrive Gran Coupe is $40,500 vs $42,000 for the 125I — a $1,500 gap. Power: 228i xDrive Gran Coupe makes 17 hp more (224 vs 241). 0–100 km/h: 125I is 0.10s quicker (6.1s vs 6.2s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 125I or the 228i xDrive Gran Coupe?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 125I is faster, beating the 228i xDrive Gran Coupe by 0.09 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 125I vs the 228i xDrive Gran Coupe?
The 125I hits 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, while the 228i xDrive Gran Coupe does it in 6.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 125I produces 224 hp; the 228i xDrive Gran Coupe produces 241 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 125I tops out at 240 km/h, and the 228i xDrive Gran Coupe reaches 240 km/h.
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