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BMW 1 Series vs BMW 3 Series

1 Series Vs 3 Series

Key HighlightsBMW 1 SeriesBMW 3 Series
On Road PriceRs.36,67,266*Rs.83,24,438*
Mileage (city)19.23 kmpl-
Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
Engine(cc)19952998
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW 1 Series vs BMW 3 Series Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.36,67,266*
Rs.83,24,438*
Finance Available (EMI)NoRs.1,59,452/month
InsuranceRs.1,48,766
1 Series Insurance

Rs.1,31,208
3 Series Insurance

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4.2
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Diesel Engine
EngineType
Displacement (cc)
1995
2998
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
6
6 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
148bhp@4000rpm
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
320Nm@1500-3000rpm
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Supply System
CRDi
-
Bore X Stroke (mm)
84 x 90
-
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
-
Turbo Charger
YesTwin
Super Charger
No-
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8 Speed
8-Speed Steptronic
Mild Hybrid
-
No
Drive Type
RWD
4WD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)19.23
-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)23.26
13.02
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)52
59
Emission Norm Compliance
Euro V
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)212
253

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Sport
M Sport Suspension
Rear Suspension
Sport
M Sport Suspension
Steering Type
Power
-
Steering Column
Adjustable
-
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
-
Turning Radius (Metres)
5.45 meters
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
212
253
0-100kmph (Seconds)
8.1
4.4
Tyre Size
225/45 R17
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Run flat Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
17
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4329
4709
Width (mm)
1984
1827
Height (mm)
1440
1442
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
157
-
Wheel Base (mm)
2690
2651
Front Tread (mm)
1535
-
Rear Tread (mm)
1569
-
Kerb Weight (kg)
1425
1745
Rear Headroom (mm)
972

-
Front Headroom (mm)
1018

-
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
-
480
No. of Doors
5
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
-
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Yes3 Zone
Air Quality Control
Yes-
Remote Trunk Opener
YesYes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
Yes-
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
NoYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
NoYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
NoYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
NoYes
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
NoYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Heated Seats Front
No-
Heated Seats Rear
No-
Seat Lumbar Support
YesYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
NoYes
Foldable Rear Seat
60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
No-
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
NoYes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Voice Command
NoYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
NoYes
USB Charger
-
Front & Rear
Steering Mounted Tripmeter-
Yes
Central Console Armrest
-
Yes
Tailgate Ajar
-
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
-
No
Rear Curtain
-
No
Luggage Hook And Net-
No
Drive Modes
-
4
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
-
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
NoYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
No-
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYesYes
Cigarette LighterYes-
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYesYes
Folding Table In The Rear
No-
Additional Features-
BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, 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, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue

Exterior

Available Colors-
Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Dravit Grey Metallic
3 Series Colors
Body TypeHatchback
All Hatchback Cars
Sedan
All Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
YesYes
Fog Lights Rear
No-
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
No-
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Washer
No-
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel CoversNo-
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power AntennaYes-
Tinted Glass
Yes-
Rear Spoiler
NoYes
Roof CarrierNo-
Sun Roof
NoYes
Side Stepper
No-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaNoYes
Chrome Grille
NoYes
Chrome Garnish
YesYes
Smoke HeadlampsYes-
Projector Headlamps
-
Yes
Roof Rail
NoYes
Lighting-
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
Heated Wing Mirror
-
Yes
LED DRLs
-
Yes
LED Headlights
-
Yes
LED Taillights
-
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
-
Yes
Additional Features-
Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-On
Automatic Driving Lights
-
Yes
Tyre Size
225/45 R17
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Run flat Radial
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
17
-

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
Yes-
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
NoYes
No. of Airbags-
6
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
Yes-
Xenon HeadlampsYes-
Halogen HeadlampsNo-
Rear Seat Belts
Yes-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Side Impact Beams
Yes-
Front Impact Beams
Yes-
Traction ControlYesYes
Adjustable Seats
Yes-
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Vehicle Stability Control System
Yes-
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
Yes-
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
Yes-
Engine Check Warning
No-
Clutch LockNo-
EBD
Yes-
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Advance Safety Features-
Cruise Control with Braking Function, Parking Assistant( Lateral Parking, Reversing Assistant, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Emergency Spare Wheel, Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Three-point seat belts for all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners in the front with belt force limiters
Rear Camera
No-
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Speed Alert
-
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
-
Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
-
Yes
Heads Up Display
-
Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock-
Yes

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
Yes-
Cd Changer
No-
Dvd Player
No-
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
NoYes
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
-
Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Compass
-
Yes
Touch Screen
NoYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
-
14.9
Connectivity
-
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
-
Yes
Apple Car Play
-
Yes
No. of Speakers
-
16
Additional Features-
Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
Subwoofer-
No
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