Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase
Should you buy Audi A6 or BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase? 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 A6 price starts at Rs 66.05 Lakh ex-showroom for 45 TFSI Premium Plus (Petrol) and BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase price starts Rs 62 Lakh ex-showroom for 320Ld M Sport (Diesel). A6 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while 3 Series Long Wheelbase has 1998 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the A6 has a mileage of 14.11 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the 3 Series Long Wheelbase has a mileage of 19.61 kmpl (Petrol top model).
A6 Vs 3 Series Long Wheelbase
| Key Highlights | Audi A6 | BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.83,52,260* | Rs.71,95,738* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1984 | 1198 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase comparison
- Audi A6
- 45 TFSI Premium Plus (Petrol) 66.05 Lakh*
- Top Selling45 TFSI Technology (Petrol) 72.43 Lakh*
Rs72.43 Lakh *VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.83,52,260* | Rs.71,95,738* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,58,981/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,36,954/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.3,08,530 | Rs.2,43,138 |
| User Rating | Based on 94 Reviews | Based on 65 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
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 ✕ | In Line Petrol Engine | TwinPower Turbo |
| 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 | 1198 |
| 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. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 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. ✕ | 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm | 254.79bhp@5000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 14.11 | 15.39 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 73 | - |
| 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. ✕ | - | No |
| 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. ✕ | - | No |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled. ✕ | Adaptive | - |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Power | Electric |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4939 | 4823 |
| 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 ✕ | 2110 | 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 ✕ | 1470 | 1441 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | 165 | - |
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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 |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 4 Zone | 3 Zone |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Trunk Opener A feature to open the trunk remotely for convenience. Useful when your hands are full, and you need to access the trunk without manually unlocking or lifting it. ✕ | 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 | - |
| Leather Seats | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Firmament Blue Metallic Manhattan Grey Metallic Madeira Brown Metallic Mythos Black Metallic Glacier White Metallic A6 Colours | Carbon Black Mineral White Portimao Blue Skyscraper Metallic 3 Series Long Wheelbase Colours |
| Body Type | SedanAll Sedan Cars | CoupeAll Coupe Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) 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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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | No |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | - | No |
| Driver Attention Warning | - | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | No |
Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | - | Yes |
| Digital Car Key | - | Yes |
| E-Call & I-Call | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| 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 |
| Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car.✕ | Yes | - |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Audi A6
- A high-tech dashboard setup
- Looks dominating on the road
- Sweet handler
BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase
- Looks sporty for a long-wheelbase, comfort-oriented sedan.
- New i-Drive 8 infotainment system is crisp and easy to use.
- 2-litre diesel engine offers good poke for both sedate and spirited driving.
- Has a good balance between ride and handling.
Audi A6
- Only front-wheel drive
- Misses out on flagship features
- Rear seat experience is average
BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase
- Missing essentials such as ADAS, 360-degree camera, sun blinds and ventilated front seats.
- The displays in the cabin get warm over prolonged usage.
- Low stance results in difficult ingress and egress for elderly occupants.
- Small boot due to the space-saver eating up space.
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car has good mileage Audi A6 and BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase?
A ) The mileage of A6 is 14.11 kmpl & the mileage of 3 Series Long Wheelbase is 15.39 kmpl. BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase gives better mileage than Audi A6.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi