BMW 3 Series vs BMW X3

Should you buy BMW 3 Series or BMW X3? 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 77.10 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol) and BMW X3 price starts Rs 69.90 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive 20 M Sport (Petrol). 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while X3 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 X3 has a mileage of 17.86 kmpl (Petrol top model).

3 Series Vs X3

Key Highlights	BMW 3 Series	BMW X3
On Road Price	Rs.88,88,639^*	Rs.87,62,297^*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	2998	1998
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

BMW 3 Series
M340i xDrive
77.10 Lakh^*
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xDrive 30 M Sport Pro
76 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	M340i xDrive	xDrive 30 M Sport Pro
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.88,88,639^*	Rs.87,62,297^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,69,897/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,67,568/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.3,26,539	Rs.3,22,297
User Rating	4.3 Based on 103 Reviews	4.3 Based on 9 Reviews
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Variant

M340i xDrive

xDrive 30 M Sport Pro

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.88,88,639^*

Rs.87,62,297^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,69,897/month

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Rs.1,67,568/month

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Insurance

Rs.3,26,539

Rs.3,22,297

User Rating

4.3

Based on 103 Reviews

4.3

Based on 9 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	B58 Turbocharged I6	2-litre turbo-petrol
Displacement (cc)	2998	1998
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm	255bhp@4500-6500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	500Nm@1900-5000rpm	400Nm@1600-4600rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Twin	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed Steptronic	8-Speed
Drive Type	4WD	AWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

B58 Turbocharged I6

2-litre turbo-petrol

Displacement (cc)

2998

1998

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm

255bhp@4500-6500rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

500Nm@1900-5000rpm

400Nm@1600-4600rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Twin

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

8-Speed Steptronic

8-Speed

Drive Type

4WD

AWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	13.02	14.61
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	59	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	253	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Multi-link suspension	-
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	-
Steering Type	-	Electric
Front Brake Type	ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	253	-
0-100kmph (Seconds)	4.4 s	6.3
Tyre Size	F225/40R19, R255/35R19	285 / 40 R20
Tyre Type	Run flat Radial	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4709	4755
Width (mm)	1827	1920
Height (mm)	1442	1660
Wheel Base (mm)	2651	2865
Kerb Weight (kg)	1745	-
Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)	130	204
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	480	-

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	3 Zone
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	-
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Navigation System	Yes	-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	40:20:40 Split	Bench Folding
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	Yes	-
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	No	-
Massage Seats	-	No
Memory Function Seats	-	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	4	-
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	-
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	Front
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	-

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	-
Leather Seats	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	-
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	-
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	-
Interior Lighting	-	,Ambient light
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 more	- more
Digital Cluster	-	Yes
Upholstery	-	Leather

Interior

Exterior
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Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Tanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series Colours	Tanzanite Blue MetallicCreamy WhiteAlpine White SolidDune Grey MetallicBlack Sapphire MetallicX3 Colours
Body Type	SedanAll Sedan Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Cornering Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	-
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	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 more	- more
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights	-	Front & Rear
Antenna	-	Roof-Mounted Antenna
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	-	Electronic
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered
Tyre Size	F225/40R19, R255/35R19	285 / 40 R20
Tyre Type	Run flat Radial	-

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	-
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	-

Safety

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes

ADAS

Advance Internet
Live Weather	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	-	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	-
Save Route/Place	-	Yes
SOS Button	-	Yes
RSA	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	-	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	-
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	Yes	-

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Compass	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	12.3
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	16	15
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 more	Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW 3 Series and BMW X3?

A ) The mileage of 3 Series is 13.02 kmpl & the mileage of X3 is 14.61 kmpl. BMW X3 gives better mileage than BMW 3 Series.

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