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BMW 3 Series vs BMW 5 Series

Should you buy BMW 3 Series or BMW 5 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. BMW 3 Series price starts at Rs 74.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol) and BMW 5 Series price starts Rs 72.90 Lakh ex-showroom for 530Li (Petrol). 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while 5 Series has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series has a mileage of 13.02 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the 5 Series has a mileage of 10.9 kmpl (Petrol top model).

3 Series Vs 5 Series

Key HighlightsBMW 3 SeriesBMW 5 Series
On Road PriceRs.86,31,955*Rs.84,02,243*
Mileage (city)-10.9 kmpl
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)29981998
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW 3 Series vs BMW 5 Series comparison

  • BMW 3 Series
    Rs74.90 Lakh *
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  • BMW 5 Series
    Rs72.90 Lakh *
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Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.86,31,955*Rs.84,02,243*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,64,304/month
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Rs.1,59,932/month
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InsuranceRs.3,18,055Rs.3,10,343
User Rating
4.3
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6-
Displacement (cc)
29981998
No. of Cylinders
66 Cylinder Cars44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm255bhp@4500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
500Nm@1900-5000rpm400Nm@1600rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
44
Turbo Charger
Twin-
Transmission TypeAutomaticAutomatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic-
Drive Type
4WDRWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Mileage City (kmpl)-10.9
Mileage Highway (kmpl)-15.7
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)13.02 -
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)59-
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)253 -

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Multi-link suspension-
Rear Suspension
Multi-link suspension-
Steering Type
-Power
Steering Column
-Tilt & telescopic
Front Brake Type
ventilated DiscDisc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated DiscDisc
Top Speed (Kmph)
253-
0-100kmph (Seconds)
4.4 s-
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19-
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
47095165
Width (mm)
18272156
Height (mm)
14421518
Wheel Base (mm)
26513105
Kerb Weight (kg)
1745-
Reported Boot Space (Litres)
-500
Seating Capacity
55
Boot Space (Litres)
480 -
No. of Doors
44

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Boot
Yes-
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone-
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes-
Low Fuel Warning Light
Yes-
Accessory Power Outlet
Yes-
Trunk Light
Yes-
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes-
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes-
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes-
Rear AC Vents
Yes-
Lumbar Support
Yes-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
Yes-
Parking Sensors
Front & RearRear
Navigation System
Yes-
Foldable Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split-
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes-
Cooled Glovebox
Yes-
Bottle Holder
Front DoorFront & Rear Door
Voice Commands
Yes-
Paddle Shifters
Yes-
USB Charger
Front & RearFront & Rear
Steering Mounted TripmeterYes-
Central Console Armrest
Yes-
Tailgate Ajar Warning
YesYes
Hands-Free Tailgate
-No
Gear Shift Indicator
No-
Rear Curtain
No-
Luggage Hook And NetNo-
One Touch Operating Power Window
-Driver's Window
Drive Modes
4-
Idle Start Stop System-Yes
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Steering Wheel
DashBoard
Instrument Cluster
Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
Yes-
Leather SeatsYes-
Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYes-
Glove Box
YesYes
Digital Clock
Yes-
Outside Temperature DisplayYes-
Digital Odometer
Yes-
Driving Experience Control EcoYes-
Additional FeaturesBMW 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-
Digital Cluster-Yes

Exterior

Rear Right Side
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours
Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Dravit Grey Metallic
3 Series Colours
Grey
5 Series Colours
Body TypeSedanAll Sedan CarsSedanAll Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlampsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
Yes-
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Defogger
Yes-
Alloy Wheels
Yes-
Rear Spoiler
Yes-
Sun Roof
Yes-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
Yes-
Integrated AntennaYes-
Chrome Grille
Yes-
Chrome Garnish
Yes-
Projector Headlamps
Yes-
Roof Rails
Yes-
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes-
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlamps
YesYes
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes-
Additional FeaturesFront 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 Headlamps
Yes-
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19-
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial-

Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Brake AssistYes-
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags68
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side AirbagYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoYes
Day Night Rear View Mirror
Yes-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Traction ControlYes-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes-
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
YesYes
Rear Camera
-With Guidedlines
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-Driver's Window
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
Yes-
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
-Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
Yes-
Hill Assist
-Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
Curtain Airbag-Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)-Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)5-

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
Yes-
Integrated 2DIN AudioYes-
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes-
USB And Auxiliary Input
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Compass
Yes-
Touchscreen
YesYes
Touchscreen Size
14.9-
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay-
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
16-
Additional FeaturesWireless 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-
Usb PortsYesYes
SpeakersFront & RearFront & Rear

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