BMW 2 Series vs Citroen C3
Should you buy BMW 2 Series or Citroen C3? 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. BMW 2 Series price starts at Rs 43.90 Lakh ex-showroom for 220i M Sport (Petrol) and Citroen C3 price starts Rs 6.16 Lakh ex-showroom for Puretech 82 Live (Petrol). 2 Series has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while C3 has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 2 Series has a mileage of 18.64 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (Petrol top model).
2 Series Vs C3
| Key Highlights | BMW 2 Series | Citroen C3 |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.52,90,102* | Rs.10,08,656* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1998 | 1199 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
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BMW 2 Series vs Citroen C3 comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.52,90,102* | Rs.10,08,656* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,01,305/month | Rs.19,196/month |
| Insurance | Rs.93,872 2 Series Insurance | Rs.45,870 C3 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✕ | EngineType | 1.2L PureTech 110 |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1998 | 1199 |
| 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 | 3 3 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.✕ | 189.08bhp@5000rpm | 108.62bhp@5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 14.82 | 19.3 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 50 | 30 |
| 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.✕ | Single-joint spring strut axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| 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.✕ | Adaptive M-specific Suspension | Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Power | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | - | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4526 | 3981 |
| 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✕ | 2081 | 1733 |
| 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✕ | 1420 | 1604 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2651 | 2540 |
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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 | - |
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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 Colors | Misano Blue Metallic Storm Bay Metallic Alpine White Melbourne Red Metallic Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic Black Sapphire Metallic 2 Series Colors | Platinum Grey Steel Grey With Cosmo Blue Steel Gray With Platinum Grey Platinum Gray With Poler White Polar White With Platinum Grey Polar White With Cosmo Blue Polar White Steel Grey Steel Gray With Poler White Cosmo Blue With Polar White +1 MoreC3 Colors |
| Body Type | Sedan All Sedan Cars | Hatchback All Hatchback Cars |
| Adjustable Headlights | 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 | - |
| 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.✕ | No | - |
| 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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Pros and Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- Looks stunning and more expensive than it is
- 18-inch wheels turn heads
- Cabin quality is excellent
- The 2.0-litre diesel is refined and peppy
- Ride quality is comfortable
- Quirky styling grabs eyeballs. Lots to customise too.
- Roomy cabin spacious enough for four 6-footers.
- Air-conditioning is super strong. Chills you in no time!
- Comfortable ride quality over a variety of roads. Confident at highway speeds too.
BMW 2 Series
Citroen C3
- Rear seat space is average
- 18-inch wheels wrapped in low profile rubber are not ideal for out pothole rich roads
- Priced too close to the 3 Series, a larger and more fun sedan
- No automatic options on offer.
- No CNG variants available.
- Lots of missing features. From basics like powered mirrors to essentials like rear wiper/defogger.
BMW 2 Series
Citroen C3
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Which car is cheaper between BMW 2 Series and Citroen C3?
BMW 2 Series price starts at ₹ 43.90 Lakh & Citroen C3 price starts at ₹ 6.16 Lakh in New Delhi. Citroen C3 is cheaper between these two cars.
Which car has good mileage BMW 2 Series and Citroen C3?
The mileage of 2 Series is 14.82 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of C3 is 19.3 kmpl in New Delhi. Citroen C3 gives better mileage than BMW 2 Series.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi