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Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series

Should you buy Audi A6 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 A6 price starts at Rs 57.08 Lakh ex-showroom for 45 TFSI Premium Plus (Petrol) and BMW 3 Series price starts Rs 43.60 Lakh ex-showroom for 330i Sport (Petrol). A6 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol 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 has a mileage of 20.37 kmpl (Petrol top model).

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Basic Information
Brand Name
Audi
BMW
Skoda
On Road Price
Rs.71,63,213#
Rs.72,52,588*
Rs.40,29,445#
Offers & DiscountNoNoNo
User Rating
4.7
Based on 14 Reviews
4.6
Based on 41 Reviews
4.9
Based on 14 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)
Rs.1,38,363
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Rs.1,38,050
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Rs.77,173
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Insurance
Rs.1,99,943
A6 Insurance
Rs.2,70,688
3 Series Insurance
Rs.1,38,925
Superb Insurance
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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type
In Line Petrol Engine
Twin Turbo 6 Cylinder Petrol Engine
2.0L Turbocharged Petrol
Displacement (cc)
1984
2998
1984
Fast Charging
-
-
No
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm
382.19bhp@5800rpm
187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
370Nm@1600-4500rpm
500Nm@1850-5000rpm
320nm@1450-4200rpm
No Of Cylinder
4
6
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
-
Fuel Supply System
Direct Injection
Direct Injection
TSI
Turbo ChargerYes
Twin
Yes
Super ChargerNoNo
-
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Box
7 Speed
8 Speed
7-Speed DSG
Mild Hybrid
-
-
No
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
FWD
Clutch Type
Dual clutch
NoNo
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Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol
Mileage (City)NoNo
11.28 kmpl
verified
Mileage (ARAI)
14.11 kmpl
11.86 kmpl
15.1 kmpl
Fuel Tank Capacity
73.0 (Litres)
59.0 (Litres)
66.0 (Litres)
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
BS VI
BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)
250
250
No
Drag CoefficientNoNoNo
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension
Five-link front suspension; tubular anti-roll bar
M Sport Suspension
McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabiliser
Rear Suspension
Five-link front suspension; tubular anti-roll bar
M Sport Suspension
Multi-element axle, with one longitudinal and transverse links, with torsion stabiliser
Shock Absorbers Type
Adaptive
-
-
Steering Type
Power
Power
Power
Steering Column
Height & Reach
Adjustable
Tiltable & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
Rack & Pinion
Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)
5.95
5.5
5.55
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
250
250
-
0-100kmph (Seconds)
6.8
4.4
-
Braking (100-0kmph)
38.72m
verified
36.72m
verified
39.41m
verified
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
BS VI
BS VI
Tyre Size
245/45/ R18
F 225/45 R18, R 255/40 R18
215/55 R17
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Runflat
Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size
R18
-
-
Alloy Wheel Size
18
18
R17
0-100Kmph (Tested)
7.04s
verified
4.92s
verified
8.33s (Wet)
verified
Quarter Mile (Tested)
15.11s @153.85kmph
verified
-
16.07s @144.35kmph
verified
City driveability (20-80kmph)
4.48s
verified
3.62s
verified
5.01s
verified
Braking (80-0 kmph)
23.94m
verified
23.39m
verified
24.52m
verified
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Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)
4939
4824
4869
Width (mm)
2110
1811
1864
Height (mm)
1457
1429
1469
Ground Clearance Laden (mm)
-
-
156
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
165
165
-
Wheel Base (mm)
2924
2810
2841
Front Tread (mm)
-
1544
-
Rear Tread (mm)
1618
1583
-
Kerb Weight (kg)
1780
-
1579
Grossweight (kg)
2345
-
2098
Rear Headroom (mm)
973
verified
957
verified
-
Front Headroom (mm)
1054
verified
1023
verified
-
Front Shoulder Room (mm)
1467
verified
-
-
Rear Shoulder Room (mm)
1436
verified
1395
verified
-
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
560
480
625
No. of Doors
4
4
4
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Comfort & Convenience
Power SteeringYesYesYes
Power Windows FrontYesYesYes
Power Windows RearYesYesYes
Power Boot
-
-
Yes
Power folding 3rd Row Seat
-
-
No
Automatic Climate Control
4 Zone
3 Zone
3 Zone
Air Quality ControlYesYesNo
Remote Climate Control (A/C)
-
-
No
Remote Trunk OpenerYesYesYes
Remote Fuel Lid OpenerYesYesNo
Remote Engine Start/Stop
-
-
No
Low Fuel Warning LightYesYesYes
Accessory Power OutletYesYesYes
Trunk LightYesYesYes
Remote Horn & Light Control
-
-
No
Vanity MirrorYesYesYes
Rear Reading LampYesYesYes
Rear Seat HeadrestYesYesYes
Adjustable Headrest
-
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm RestYesYesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat BeltsYesYesYes
Cup Holders FrontYesYesYes
Cup Holders RearYesYesYes
Rear AC VentsYesYesYes
Heated Seats FrontNoNoYes
Heated Seats RearNoNoNo
Seat Lumbar SupportYesYesYes
Active Noise Cancellation
-
-
No
Multifunction Steering WheelYesYesYes
Cruise ControlYesYesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation SystemYesYesYes
Find My Car Location
-
-
No
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
-
-
No
Foldable Rear Seat
60:40 Split
-
60:40 Split
Smart Access Card EntryYesYesYes
Smart Key BandYes
-
No
Engine Start Stop ButtonYesYesYes
Glove Box CoolingYesNoYes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Voice ControlYesYesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift PaddlesYesYesYes
USB Charger
Front
Front
Front
Steering Mounted TripmeterNo
-
No
Central Console Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate AjarYesYesYes
Hands-Free Tailgate
-
-
Yes
Gear Shift IndicatorNoYesYes
Rear CurtainYesYesNo
Luggage Hook And NetYesNoYes
Battery SaverNoNoNo
Lane Change IndicatorYesYesNo
Additional Features
Door Armrest
Air Vents In The B-Pillar
Different Modes Auto, Comfort, Dynamic, Efficiency, and Individual
M Sport Differential, Servotronic Steering Assist, Launch Control Function, Variable Sport steering, Cruise Control with Braking Function
Light Assistant – coming home and leaving home lights, Remote control closing of door mirrors and electric sunroof, Electrically controlled opening and closing of 5th door, Virtual boot lid release pedal, Panoramic electric sunroof with bounce-back system, 12-way electrically adjustable front seats with driver seat prograable memory functions, Boss Button (electrical adjustment of front passenger seat from rear), Ventilated front seats (passenger and driver) with cooling and heating Function, Electrically adjustable lumbar support for driver and front passenger seat, Adjustable rear air conditioning vents with temperature control on rear centre console,Textile floor mats with Lounge Step, Roll-up sun visors for rear windows and rear windscreen, Virtual Cockpit, Hands-free Parking, 12V power sockets in centre console (front and rear), 12V power socket in luggage compartment, Two foldable roof handles (front and rear), Lights-on acoustic signal, Rear mud flaps,1 760 litres of total luggage space with rear seatbacks folded, Storage compartment with cover in luggage compartment side panel, Two foldable hooks in luggage compartment, 6+6 load anchoring points in luggage compartment, Rear seat centre armrest with through-loading,Front glovebox with cooling and illumination, Jumbo box – storage compartment under front centre armrest with cooling and tablet holder, Felt lined storage compartments in the front and rear doors, Storage compartments in the centre console (front and rear), Storage pockets on backrests of front seats, Power Nap Package for rear seat outer headrests, Wet case in both front doors with ŠKODA umbrella (2 units), Cargo elements
Massage SeatsNoNoNo
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Window
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
All
Autonomous ParkingNoNoNo
Drive Modes
5
4
4
Air ConditionerYesYesYes
HeaterYesYesYes
Adjustable SteeringYesYesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYesYes
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Interior
TachometerYesYesYes
Electronic Multi TripmeterYesYesYes
Leather SeatsYesYesYes
Fabric UpholsteryNoNoNo
Leather Steering WheelYesYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
-
-
Yes
Glove CompartmentYesYesYes
Digital ClockYesYesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYesYesNo
Cigarette LighterYesYesYes
Digital OdometerYesYesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
Front
Front
Driving Experience Control EcoNoYesNo
Folding Table In The RearNoNoNo
Height Adjustable Driver SeatYesYesYes
Ventilated SeatsNoNoYes
Dual Tone DashboardNoYesYes
Additional Features
20.32cm TFT Colour Display
Gear Selector Lever Knob In Leather
Driver Information System
17.78cm Colour Display
BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite,Floor mats in Velour,Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function,Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet,Through loading system,Sport seats for driver and front passenger,Storage compartment package,M Seat belts,Aluminium Tetragon with highlight trim finisher in Pearl Chrome,Alcantara Sensatec combination Black/contrast stitching Blue/Black
Chrome front and rear door sill trims with 'SUPERB' inscription, Chrome interior door handles with chrome surround . Alu pedals, Piano Black décor with LED ambient lighting and 'Laurin & Klement inscription and chrome highlights, Stylish armrest stitching, Leather wrapped steering wheel with 'Laurin & Klement' inscription, Rear parcel shelf, Easy opening bottle holder in front centre console , Storage compartment under steering wheel with card holder, Ticket holder on A-pillar
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Exterior
Available ColorsFirmament Blue MetallicTyphoon Gray MetallicMyth Black MetallicSeville Red MetallicIbis WhiteA6 ColorsAlpine WhitePotamaic BlueTanzanite BlueMineral GreySunset OrangeMediterranean BlueDravit Grey MetallicBlack Sapphire+3 More3 Series ColorsLava BlueMoon WhiteMagic BlackMagnetic BrownBusiness Grey MetallicRace BlueSteel Grey Metallic+2 MoreSuperb Colors
Body Type
SedanAll Sedan Cars
SedanAll Sedan Cars
SedanAll Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYesYes
Fog Lights FrontYesYesYes
Fog Lights RearNoNoYes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View MirrorYesYesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View MirrorNoNoNo
Electric Folding Rear View MirrorYesYesYes
Headlamp Washers
-
-
Yes
Rain Sensing WiperYesYesYes
Rear Window WiperNoNoNo
Rear Window WasherNoNoNo
Rear Window DefoggerYesYesYes
Wheel CoversNoNoNo
Alloy WheelsYesYesYes
Power AntennaNoNoNo
Tinted GlassNoNoNo
Rear SpoilerYesYesYes
Removable Or Convertible TopNoNoNo
Roof CarrierNoNoNo
Sun RoofYesYesYes
Moon RoofYesYesYes
Side StepperNoNoNo
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn IndicatorsYesYesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYesYes
Chrome GrilleYesYesYes
Chrome GarnishNoNoYes
Dual Tone Body Colour
-
-
Yes
Smoke HeadlampsNoNoNo
Projector Headlamps
-
-
No
Halogen HeadlampsNoNoNo
Cornering Headlamps
-
-
No
Cornering Foglamps
-
-
Yes
Roof RailNoNoNo
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps,Headlight Washer,LED Fog Lights,Cornering Fog lights
Trunk Opener
Remote
Remote
Remote
Heated Wing Mirror
-
-
Yes
LED DRLs
-
-
Yes
LED Headlights
-
-
Yes
LED Taillights
-
-
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
-
-
Yes
Additional Features
Panoramic Glass sunroof,I Navigation with I Touch Response,4 Zone Air conditioning,Audi Sound System,Audi Music Interface in rear
Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in Cerium Grey, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in Cerium Grey, Mirror caps in Cerium Grey, Model designations and M badges in Cerium Grey, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line elements, Exterior Mirrors electrically adjustable and heated electrically foldable, with automatic anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function, for passenger side exterior mirror, Heat Protection Glazing, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, 3 levels LED lights with low-beam, high-beam and high-beam headlights with laser module, '3/4 circle'-shaped daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, Adaptive Headlights including BMW Selective Beam, Highbeam assistant, Blue illuminated 'X' signature, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Rear Spoiler,
Chrome surround and vertical elements for radiator grille, Chrome trim on lower air dam in front bumper, Chrome side window frames, Chrome inserts on side doors, Chrome highlights on 5th door, 'Laurin & Klement' inscription on front fenders, Rear diffuser with chrome highlights, Body Colour - Bumpers, external mirrors housing, door handles , Adaptive front LED headlamps, Retractable headlight washers, LED tail lights with crystalline elements and dynamic turn indicators, Warning indicator lights on front and rear doors, High level third brake LED light, Automatically diing interior and driver side external rear view mirror, Driver side external mirror and rear windscreen defogger with timer, ŠKODA welcome logo projection - front doors, Boarding spot lamps (OSRVM)
Tyre Size
245/45/ R18
F 225/45 R18, R 255/40 R18
215/55 R17
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Runflat
Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size
R18
-
-
Alloy Wheel Size
18
18
R17
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Safety
Anti Lock Braking SystemYesYesYes
Brake AssistYesYesYes
Central LockingYesYesYes
Power Door LocksYesYesYes
Child Safety LocksYesYesYes
Anti Theft AlarmYesYesYes
No Of Airbags
6
6
8
Driver AirbagYesYesYes
Passenger AirbagYesYesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYesYes
Side Airbag RearYesNoYes
Day Night Rear View MirrorYesYes
Auto
Passenger Side Rear View MirrorYesYesYes
Xenon HeadlampsNoNoNo
Halogen HeadlampsNoNoNo
Rear Seat BeltsYesYesYes
Seat Belt WarningYesYesYes
Door Ajar WarningYesYesYes
Side Impact BeamsYesYesYes
Front Impact BeamsYesYesYes
Traction ControlYesYesYes
Adjustable SeatsYesYesYes
Tyre Pressure MonitorYesYesYes
Vehicle Stability Control SystemYesYesNo
Engine ImmobilizerYesYesYes
Crash SensorYesYesYes
Centrally Mounted Fuel TankYesYesYes
Engine Check WarningYesYesYes
Automatic HeadlampsYesYesNo
Clutch LockNoNoYes
EBDYesYesYes
Electronic Stability Control
-
-
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Audi Pre Sense Basic, Head Airbags
Launch Control Function,xDrive - intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution,Servotronic Steering Assist,M Sport Differential,M Sport Brakes,Brake Energy Regeneration,Head airbags, front and rear,BMW Condition Based Service,Cornering Brake Control,Emergency Spare Wheel,Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls,Warning triangle with first-aid kit,BMW ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-One,Roadside Assistance 24x7
MBA (Mechanical Brake Assist), MKB (Multi Collision Brake), Prefill (Hydraulic braking system readiness), Electromechanical parking brake with auto hold function, ASR (Anti Slip Regulation), EDS (Electronic Differential Lock), Rear view camera with washer and dynamic guidelines, Curtain airbags at front and rear, Front seatbelt reminder warning light with acoustic signal. Height adjustable three-point front seatbelts, Underbody protective cover and Rough Road Package, Fuel supply cut-off in a crash, Dual-tone warning horn, Emergency triangle in the luggage compartment , iBuzz Fatigue Alert, Engine iobiliser with floating code system and central locking controls on front centre console, Anti theft alarm with interior monitoring
Follow Me Home HeadlampsNoNoYes
Rear CameraYesYesYes
Anti Theft DeviceYesYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
Driver's Window
All
Speed Alert
-
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockYesYesYes
Knee AirbagsNoNoNo
Isofix Child Seat MountsYesYesYes
Heads Up DisplayNoYesNo
Pretensioners And Force Limiter SeatbeltsNoYesYes
Sos Emergency Assistance
-
-
No
Blind Spot MonitorYesNoNo
Lane Watch Camera
-
-
No
Geo Fence Alert
-
-
No
Hill Descent ControlYesYesYes
Hill AssistYesYesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYesYes
360 View Camera
Optional
NoYes
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Entertainment & Communication
Cd PlayerYesYesNo
Cd ChangerNoYesNo
Dvd PlayerYesNoNo
RadioYesYesYes
Audio System Remote ControlYesYesNo
Mirror Link
-
-
Yes
Speakers FrontYesYesYes
Speakers RearYesYesYes
Integrated2DINAudioYesYesYes
Wireless Phone ChargingYesYesYes
USB And Auxiliary InputYesYesYes
Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYesYes
Wifi Connectivity
-
-
Yes
Compass
-
-
No
Touch ScreenYesYesYes
Touch Screen Size
-
12.3inch
8 Inch.
Connectivity
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay,SD Card Reader
,Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay,SD Card Reader,Mirror Link
Android AutoYesYesYes
Apple Car PlayYesYesYes
Internal StorageYesYesNo
Number Of Speaker
21
16
11
Rear Entertainment SystemNoNoNo
Additional Features
Electrically Extending High-Resolution 20.32cm Colour Display
3D Map Representation With Display Of Lots Of Sightseeing Information and City Models
Detailed Route Information: Map Preview, Choice of Alternative Routes, Lane Recoendations, Motorway Exits, Detailed Junction Maps
Access To Smartphone Voice Control
Driver Information System With 17.78cm Colour Display
Bose Surround Sound System
DVD player
Audi sound system
Subwoofers
Harman Kardon Surround Sound, High-resolution (1920x720 pixels) 10.25” (26 cm) Control Display,BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets,iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons,BMW Head-up Display,BMW Gesture Control
Central infotainment system with proximity sensor, Canton sound system - 11 speakers, 1 subwoofer (610 W), SmartLink, GSM telephone preparation with Bluetooth®, Bluetooth® audio streaming
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Warranty
Introduction DateNoNoNo
Warranty TimeNoNoNo
Warranty DistanceNoNoNo
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