Audi A4 vs BMW 3 Series
Should you buy Audi A4 or BMW 3 Series? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi A4 price starts at Rs 45.34 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol) and BMW 3 Series price starts Rs 72.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol). A4 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the A4 has a mileage of - (Petrol top model)> and the 3 Series has a mileage of 13.02 kmpl (Petrol top model).
A4 Vs 3 Series
| Key Highlights | Audi A4 | BMW 3 Series |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.62,78,359* | Rs.83,24,438* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1984 | 2998 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
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Audi A4 vs BMW 3 Series comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.62,78,359* | Rs.83,24,438* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,19,498/month | Rs.1,59,452/month |
| Insurance | Rs.2,06,940 A4 Insurance | Rs.1,31,208 3 Series Insurance |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | 2.0 L TFSI petrol engine | EngineType |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1984 | 2998 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 4 4 Cylinder Cars | 6 6 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm | 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 13.02 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 54 | 59 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | 5-link front suspension; tubular anti-roll bar | M Sport Suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | 5-link rear suspension; tubular anti-roll bar | M Sport Suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | - |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & Collapsible | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4762 | 4709 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1847 | 1827 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1433 | 1442 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2500 | 2651 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Front Front windows that can be rolled up and down electronically. A must-have feature for modern-day cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear Rear windows that can be rolled up and down electronically at the touch of a button.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Seats | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Tango Red Metallic Manhattan Grey Metallic Mythos Black Metallic Ibis White Navarra Blue Metallic A4 Colors | Tanzanite Blue Metallic Dravit Grey Metallic 3 Series Colors |
| Body Type | Sedan All Sedan Cars | Sedan All Sedan Cars |
| Adjustable Headlights | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti Lock Braking System A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Cd Player A media player that reads compact discs (CDs) for audio/video playback.✕ | No | - |
| Cd Changer Allows multiple CDs to be loaded and played without manual swapping in the audio system.✕ | Yes | - |
| Dvd Player An in-car entertainment device that can read and play DVDs. Slightly outdated now because of new technology like bluetooth✕ | No | - |
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Which car is cheaper between Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series?
Audi A4 price starts at ₹ 45.34 Lakh & BMW 3 Series price starts at ₹ 72.90 Lakh in New Delhi. Audi A4 is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi