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BMW 3 Series vs Honda City

Should you buy BMW 3 Series or Honda City? 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 72.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol) and Honda City price starts Rs 11.82 Lakh ex-showroom for SV (Petrol). 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while City has 1498 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 City has a mileage of 18.4 kmpl (Petrol top model).

3 Series Vs City

Key HighlightsBMW 3 SeriesHonda City
On Road PriceRs.76,89,538*Rs.18,72,820*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)29981498
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW 3 Series vs Honda City Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.76,89,538*
Rs.18,72,820*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,46,361/month
Rs.35,843/month
InsuranceRs.1,30,323
3 Series Insurance

Rs.51,410
City Insurance

User Rating
4.1
Based on 95 Reviews
4.3
Based on 189 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)-
Rs.5,625
Brochure

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
EngineType
i-VTEC
Displacement (cc)
2998
1498
No. of Cylinders
6
6 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
119.35bhp@6600rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
145Nm@4300rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Turbo Charger
Twin
-
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-Speed Steptronic
CVT
Mild Hybrid
No-
Drive Type
4WD
FWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)13.02
18.4
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)59
40
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)253
-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
M Sport Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
M Sport Suspension
Torsion beam with Coil Spring
Shock Absorbers Type
-
Telescopic Hydraulic Nitrogen Gas-filled
Steering Type
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Turning Radius (Metres)
-
5.3
Front Brake Type
ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)
253
-
0-100kmph (Seconds)
4.4
-
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
185/55 R16
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless, Radial
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)-
R16

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4709
4583
Width (mm)
1827
1748
Height (mm)
1442
1489
Wheel Base (mm)
2651
5209
Front Tread (mm)
-
1531
Kerb Weight (kg)
1745
1153
Grossweight (kg)
-
1528
Front Track-
1496
Rear Track-
1484
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
480
506
No. of Doors
4
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
Yes-
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Yes
Air Quality Control
-
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes-
Remote Engine Start/Stop
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light
Yes-
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes-
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Seat Lumbar Support
Yes-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
Yes-
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Navigation System
Yes-
Foldable Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
-
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
Yes-
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
YesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
YesYes
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Steering Mounted TripmeterYes-
Central Console Armrest
YesWith Storage
Tailgate Ajar
YesYes
Gear Shift Indicator
No-
Rear Curtain
No-
Luggage Hook And NetNo-
Lane Change Indicator
-
Yes
Additional Features-
Multi-Angle Rear Camera with Guidelines (Normal, Wide, Top-Down Modes),Steering Mounted Voice Recognition Switch with Illumination,Touch-Sensor Based Smart Keyless Access,Electrical Trunk Lock with Keyless Release,Sunroof Keyless Remote Open/Close,MAX COOL mode,Front Console Lower Pocket for Smartphones,Foldable Grab Handles (Soft Closing Motion),Meter Illumination Control Switch,ECON™ Button & Mode Indicator,Fuel Gauge Display with Fuel Reminder Warning,Trip Meter (x2),Average Fuel Economy Indicator,Instant Fuel Economy Indicator,Cruising Range (Distance-to-Empty) Indicator,Outside Temperature Indicator,Other Warning Lamps & Indicators
One Touch Operating Power Window
-
All
Drive Modes
4
-
Rear Window Sunblind-
Yes
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
Yes-
Leather SeatsYes-
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector-
Yes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
Yes-
Outside Temperature DisplayYes-
Digital Odometer
YesYes
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
Auto Diing Inside Rear View Mirror with Frameless Design,IPS Display with Optical Bonding Display Coating for Reflection Reduction,Premium Beige & Black Two-Tone Color Coordinated Interiors,Instrument Panel Assistant side Garnish Finish(Glossy Darkwood),Display Audio Piano Black Surround Garnish,Leather Shift Lever Boot with Stitch,Soft Pads with Ivory Real Stitch (Instrument Panel Assistant side Mid Pad, Center Console Knee Pad,Door Lining Armrest & Center Pads,Satin Metallic Garnish on Steering Wheel,Inside Door Handle Chrome Finish,Chrome Finish on All AC Vent Knobs & Hand Brake Knob,Trunk Lid Inside Lining Cover,LED Shift Lever Position Indicator,Easy Shift Lock Release Slot,Driver & Assistant Seat Back Pockets with Smartphone Sub-Pockets,Driver Side Coin Pocket with Lid,Ambient Light (Center Console Pocket),Ambient Light (Map Lamp & Front Footwell),Ambient Light (Front Door Inner Handles & Front Door Pockets),Front Map Lamps(led),,Advanced Twin-Ring Combimeter,Eco Assist System with Ambient Meter Light,Multi Function Driver Information Interface,Range & Fuel Economy Information,Average Speed & Time Information,G-Meter Display,Display Contents & Vehicle Settings Customization,Safety Support Settings,Vehicle Information & Warning Message Display,Rear Parking Sensor Proximity Display,Rear Seat Reminder,Steering Scroll Selector Wheel and Meter Control Switch,
Digital Cluster-
Semi
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)-
7
Upholstery-
Leather

Exterior

Available Colors
Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Dravit Grey Metallic
3 Series Colors
Platinum White Pearl
Blue
Lunar Silver Mettalic
Golden Brown Metallic
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Meteoroid Grey Metallic
Radiant Red Metallic
City Colors
Body TypeSedan
All Sedan Cars
Sedan
All Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
Yes-
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Washer
-
Yes
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Rear Spoiler
YesYes
Sun Roof
Yes-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
Yes-
Chrome Garnish
Yes-
Projector Headlamps
YesYes
Halogen Headlamps-
No
Roof Rail
Yes-
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
-
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes-
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlights
YesYes
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
YesYes
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
Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE™) Body Structure,Full LED Headlamps with 9 LED Array (Inline-Shell),L-Shaped LED Guide-type Turn Signal in Headlamps,Z-shaped 3D Wrap-around LED Tail Lamps with Uniform Edge Light,Wide & Thin Front Chrome Upper Grille,Sporty Front Grille Mesh: Diamond Chequered Flag Pattern,Sporty Fog Lamp Garnish & Carbon-Wrapped Front Bumper Lower Molding,Sporty Carbon-Wrapped Rear Bumper Diffuser,Sporty Trunk Lip Spoiler (Body Coloured),Sharp Side Character Line (Katana Blade In-Motion),Outer Door Handles Chrome Finish,Body Coloured Door Mirrors,Front & Rear Mud Guards,Black Sash Tape on B-Pillar,Chrome Decoration Ring for Map Lamp,Automatic Folding Door Mirrors (Welcome Function),
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes-
Fog Lights-
Front
Antenna-
Shark Fin
Sunroof-
Single Pane
Boot Opening-
Electronic
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
185/55 R16
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless, Radial

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags6
6
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
YesYes
Advance Safety FeaturesCruise 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
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA),Agile Handling Assist (AHA),Emergency Stop Signa,Trunk Open Indicator & Reminder,Dual Horn,Battery Sensor,Walk Away Auto Lock (Customizable),Lead-Me-To-Car Headlights (Auto Off Timer),One Touch Turn Signal for Lane Change Signaling,Anti-Roll Bar(Torsion Bar Type),Parking(Mechanically activating on Rear Wheels),Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS),Lead Car Departure Notification System,All 5 Seats 3 point Emergency Locking retractor (ELR) Seatbelts,
Rear Camera
-
With Guidedlines
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
All Windows
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
Yes-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
Yes-
Lane Watch Camera
-
Yes
Hill Assist
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
Curtain Airbag-
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution-
Yes

ADAS

Forward Collision Warning-
Yes
Lane Departure Warning-
Yes
Lane Keep Assist-
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control-
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist-
Yes

Advance Internet

E-Call & I-Call-
No
Google / Alexa Connectivity-
Yes
Smartwatch App-
Yes

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
Yes-
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYes-
Wireless Phone Charging
YesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Compass
Yes-
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
14.9
8
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
16
4
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
Next Gen Honda Connect with Telematics Control Unit (TCU),Weblink,Wireless Smartphone Connectivity (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay),Remote Control by Smartphone Application via Bluetooth®,
Usb Ports-
Front&Rear
Tweeter-
4
SubwooferNo-
Rear Touch Screen Size-
No
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