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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs BYD Seal

Should you buy BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine or BYD Seal? 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 Gran Limousine price starts at Rs 60.60 Lakh ex-showroom for 330Li M Sport (Petrol) and BYD Seal price starts Rs 41 Lakh ex-showroom for Dynamic Range (Electric).

3 Series Gran Limousine Vs Seal

Key HighlightsBMW 3 Series Gran LimousineBYD Seal
On Road PriceRs.76,57,378*Rs.55,78,750*
Range (km)-580
Fuel TypeDieselElectric
Battery Capacity (kWh)-82.56
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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs BYD Seal comparison

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        BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine
        BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine
        Rs65 Lakh*
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            BYD Seal
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            Rs53 Lakh*
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              Basic Information
              On-Road Price in New Delhi
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              Rs.76,57,378*
              Rs.55,78,750*
              Rs.70,32,478*
              Finance Available (EMI)
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              Rs.1,45,744/month
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              Rs.1,07,625/month
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              Rs.1,33,861/month
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              Insurance
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              Rs.2,79,878
              Rs.1,80,000
              Rs.2,75,578
              User Rating
              4.2
              Based on 61 Reviews
              4.3
              Based on 33 Reviews
              4.5
              Based on 12 Reviews
              Brochure
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              Running Cost
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              ₹ 1.42/km
              ₹ 1.55/km
              Engine & Transmission
              Engine Type
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              TwinPower Turbo
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              Not applicable
              Displacement (cc)
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              1995
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              Not applicable
              No. of Cylinders
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              Not applicable
              Not applicable
              Fast Charging
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              YesYes
              Charging Time
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              Not applicable
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              6.3H-11kW (100%)
              Battery Capacity (kWh)
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              82.56
              66.4
              Motor Type
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              Permanent magnet synchronous motor
              2 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At One motor
              Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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              187.74bhp@4000rpm
              523bhp
              308.43bhp
              Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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              400Nm@1750-2500rpm
              670Nm
              494Nm
              Valves Per Cylinder
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              4
              Not applicable
              Not applicable
              Range (km)
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              580 km
              417-440 km
              Battery Warranty
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              Not applicable
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              8 Years or 160000 km
              Battery Type
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              Lithium-Ion
              Lithium lon
              Charging Time (A.C)
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              Not applicable
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              6.3H-11kW (100%)
              Charging Time (D.C)
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              Not applicable
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              29 Min-130kW (10-80%)
              Regenerative Braking
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              Not applicable
              YesYes
              Charging Port
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              Not applicable
              CCS-II
              CCS-II
              Transmission Type
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              Automatic
              Automatic
              Automatic
              Gearbox
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              8-Speed AT
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              1-Speed
              Drive Type
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              AWD
              Charging Time (7.2 k W AC Fast Charger)
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              Not applicable
              12-16 H (0-100%)
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              Charging Time (50 k W DC Fast Charger)
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              Not applicable
              45 min (0-80%)
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              Fuel & Performance
              Fuel Type
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              Diesel
              Electric
              Electric
              Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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              19.61
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              Emission Norm Compliance
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              BS VI 2.0
              ZEV
              ZEV
              Top Speed (kmph)
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              235
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              180
              Drag Coefficient
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              0.219
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              Suspension, Steering & Brakes
              Front Suspension
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              No
              Multi link suspension
              Double wishbone suspension
              Rear Suspension
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              No
              Multi link suspension
              Multi link suspension
              Steering Type
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              Electric
              Electric
              Electric
              Steering Column
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              Tilt & telescopic
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              Tilt & Telescopic
              Turning Radius (Metres)
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              5.7
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              Front Brake Type
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              Ventilated Disc
              Ventilated Disc
              Rear Brake Type
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              Ventilated Disc
              Ventilated Disc
              Top Speed (Kmph)
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              235
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              180
              0-100kmph (Seconds)
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              7.6 s
              3.8 s
              5.6 s
              Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)
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              35.25
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              Drag Coefficient
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              0.219
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              Tyre Size
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              F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
              235/45 R19
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              Tyre Type
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              Radial tubeless
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              Tubeless
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              No
              City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)
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              4.57
              verified
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              -
              Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)
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              22.85
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              Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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              225/45 R18
              19
              18
              Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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              225/45 R18
              19
              18
              Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
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              1495 Litres
              Dimensions & Capacity
              Length (mm)
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              4823
              4800
              4500
              Width (mm)
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              1827
              1875
              1845
              Height (mm)
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              1441
              1460
              1612
              Wheel Base (mm)
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              2400
              2920
              2692
              Kerb Weight (kg)
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              1640
              2185
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              Grossweight (kg)
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              2631
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              Seating Capacity
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              5
              5
              5
              Boot Space (Litres)
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              480
              400
              490
              No. of Doors
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              4
              4
              5
              Comfort & Convenience
              Power Steering
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              YesYesYes
              Automatic Climate Control
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              3 Zone
              2 Zone
              2 Zone
              Air Quality Control
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              YesYesYes
              Accessory Power Outlet
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              YesYesYes
              Trunk Light
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              YesYesYes
              Vanity Mirror
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              YesYes
              Rear Reading Lamp
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Headrest
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              Optional
              YesYes
              Adjustable Headrest
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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              YesYes
              Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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              YesYesYes
              Rear AC Vents
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              YesYesYes
              Lumbar Support
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              YesYes
              Active Noise Cancellation
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              Yes
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              Multifunction Steering Wheel
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              YesYesYes
              Cruise Control
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              YesYesYes
              Parking Sensors
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Foldable Rear Seat
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              60:40 Split
              60:40 Split
              40:20:40 Split
              Smart Access Card Entry
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              Yes
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              Engine Start Stop Button
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              YesYes
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              Cooled Glovebox
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              Yes
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              Bottle Holder
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              Front & Rear Door
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              Front & Rear Door
              Voice Commands
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              YesYesYes
              Paddle Shifters
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              Yes
              -
              -
              USB Charger
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Central Console Armrest
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              With Storage
              With Storage
              With Storage
              Tailgate Ajar Warning
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              YesYes
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              Hands-Free Tailgate
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              YesYesYes
              Gear Shift Indicator
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              No
              -
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              Rear Curtain
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              No
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              Luggage Hook And Net
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              NoYesYes
              Battery Saver
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Lane Change Indicator
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              No
              -
              -
              Additional Features
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              Front Parking Sensor (2 Zones), Rear Parking Sensor (4 Zones),Door mirror position memory,Driver seat 4-way lumbar power adjustment,Courtesy seating, Vice dashboard with dual cup holders, Front height-adjustable cup holder,Rear row central armrest (with dual cup holders),NFC card key,PM2.5 filtration system withhigh efficiency filter (CN95),Negative ion air purifier,Automatic dual-zone heat pump air-conditioning,Courtrsy seating
              10 way electrically adjustable Driver Seat, 6 way electrically adjustable Front Passenger Seat
              Massage Seats
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              Front
              Memory Function Seats
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              Front
              Driver's Seat Only
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              One Touch Operating Power Window
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              Driver's Window
              All
              Drive Modes
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              3
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              Glove Box Light
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              YesYes
              Idle Start Stop System
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              Yes
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              Yes
              Voice assisted sunroof
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              Yes
              Air Conditioner
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              YesYesYes
              Heater
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              YesYesYes
              Adjustable Steering
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              NoYesYes
              KeyLess Entry
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              YesYesYes
              Ventilated Seats
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              Yes
              -
              Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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              YesYesYes
              Electric Adjustable Seats
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              Front
              Front
              Front
              Automatic Headlamps
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              -
              Yes
              Follow Me Home Headlamps
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              YesYesYes
              Interior
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              Front Air VentsBMW 3 Series Gran Limousine Front Air VentsBYD Seal Front Air Vents
              Steering WheelBMW 3 Series Gran Limousine Steering WheelBYD Seal Steering Wheel
              DashBoardBMW 3 Series Gran Limousine DashBoardBYD Seal DashBoard
              Tachometer
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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              YesYesYes
              Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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              -
              No
              Glove Box
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              YesYesYes
              Digital Odometer
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              YesYes
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              Dual Tone Dashboard
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              YesYes
              Interior Lighting
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              Footwell Lamp,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp
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              Additional Features
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              Floor mats in Velour,Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet,Galvanic embellisher for controls,Storage compartment package,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Comfort enhanced Seats in Front and Rear,Black High gloss and Aluminium combination,Widescreen Curved Display
              Genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel and seat, Driver seat 8-way power adjustable,Passenger seat 6-way power adjustable, Front sunvisor with vanity mirror & lighting, RGB dynamic mood lights with rhythm function,
              Widescreen Curved Display, Chrome Inner Door Handles, Door Pockets Front & Rear
              Digital Cluster
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              Yes
              LCD instrumentation
              Yes
              Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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              12.28
              10.25
              10.25
              Upholstery
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              Leather
              Leather
              Leatherette
              Exterior
              Available Colors
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              Carbon BlackMineral WhitePortimao BlueSkyscraper Metallic3 Series Gran Limousine ColorsAurora WhiteAtlantic GreyArctic BlueCosmos BlackSeal ColorsStorm Bay MetallicSpace Silver MetallicBlack SapphireiX1 Colors
              Body Type
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              Adjustable Headlamps
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              YesYes
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              Rain Sensing Wiper
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Window Wiper
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              Yes
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              Yes
              Rear Window Washer
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              Yes
              -
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              Rear Window Defogger
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              YesYesYes
              Wheel Covers
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              No
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              No
              Alloy Wheels
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Spoiler
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              -
              Yes
              Sun Roof
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Integrated Antenna
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              YesYesYes
              Projector Headlamps
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Halogen Headlamps
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              -
              -
              No
              Cornering Headlamps
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              No
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              Yes
              Roof Rails
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              -
              No
              LED DRLs
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              YesYesYes
              LED Headlamps
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              YesYesYes
              LED Taillights
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              YesYesYes
              LED Fog Lamps
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              Yes
              -
              Additional Features
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              M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side sills and rear apron in body colour with front bumper trim insert in Dark Shadow metallic,BMW Kidney Grille with exclusively designed vertical double slats in Chrome High-Gloss,BMW Kidney frame in Chrome High-Gloss,Car key with M designation,BMW Individual High-Gloss shadow line with window frame decorative moulding, window guide-rail and mirror frame in Black High-Gloss,M door sill finishers front and rear,Exterior mirrors electrically adjustable and heated electrically foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror,Heat Protection Glazing,Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen,LED headlights with extended contents,Active Air Stream Kidney Grille
              Silver-plated panoramic glass roof,Electronic hidden door handles,Rear windscreen mount antenna,Door mirror auto-tilt,Soundproof double glazed glass - windsheild and front door,frameless wipers,Metal door sill protectors,Sequential rear indicators,LED centre high mount stop light,
              Body Coloured ORVMs Door Handles And Bumpers
              Automatic Headlamps
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Fog Lights
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              -
              Front & Rear
              -
              Antenna
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              rear Glasss mount antenna
              Shark Fin
              Convertible Top
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              -
              -
              No
              Sunroof
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              Panoramic
              -
              Panoramic
              Boot Opening
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              Automatic
              Automatic
              Electronic
              Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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              YesYes
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              Tyre Size
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              F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
              235/45 R19
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              Tyre Type
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              Radial tubeless
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              Tubeless
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              -
              -
              No
              Safety
              Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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              YesYesYes
              Brake Assist
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Central Locking
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              YesYesYes
              Child Safety Locks
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              YesYesYes
              Anti Theft Alarm
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              YesYesYes
              No. of Airbags
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              8
              9
              8
              Driver Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Passenger Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Side Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Side Airbag Rear
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              NoYesYes
              Day Night Rear View Mirror
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              YesYesYes
              Seat Belt Warning
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              YesYesYes
              Door Ajar Warning
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              YesYesYes
              Traction Control
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              YesYesYes
              Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Engine Immobilizer
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              Yes
              -
              No
              Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Rear Camera
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              With Guidedlines
              -
              With Guidedlines
              Anti Theft Device
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Anti Pinch Power Windows
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              Driver
              -
              All Windows
              Speed Alert
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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              YesYesYes
              Knee Airbags
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              -
              Driver
              No
              Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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              YesYesYes
              Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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              -
              YesYes
              Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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              Driver and Passenger
              All
              Driver and Passenger
              Sos Emergency Assistance
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Blind Spot Monitor
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              NoYes
              -
              Geo Fence Alert
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Hill Descent Control
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Hill Assist
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              YesYesYes
              Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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              YesYesYes
              360 View Camera
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              NoYesYes
              Curtain Airbag
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              NoYesYes
              Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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              YesYesYes
              Global NCAP Safety Rating
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              -
              5 Star
              -
              Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
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              -
              5 Star
              -
              ADAS
              Forward Collision Warning
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              NoYesYes
              Automatic Emergency Braking
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Speed Assist System
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Traffic Sign Recognition
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
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              No
              -
              -
              Lane Departure Warning
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              YesYes
              Lane Keep Assist
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Lane Departure Prevention Assist
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              -
              YesYes
              Driver Attention Warning
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              YesYesYes
              Adaptive Cruise Control
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Adaptive High Beam Assist
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              -
              YesYes
              Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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              NoYes
              -
              Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Advance Internet
              Live Location
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Remote Immobiliser
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Engine Start Alarm
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Remote Vehicle Status Check
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Digital Car Key
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Inbuilt Assistant
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Hinglish Voice Commands
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Navigation With Live Traffic
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              YesYes
              Send POI to Vehicle From App
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Live Weather
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              -
              -
              Yes
              E-Call & I-Call
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              YesNoYes
              Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Google / Alexa Connectivity
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Save Route/Place
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Crash Notification
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              -
              -
              Yes
              SOS Button
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              RSA
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Over Speeding Alert
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Tow Away Alert
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              In Car Remote Control App
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Smartwatch App
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Valet Mode
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Remote AC On/Off
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Remote Door Lock/Unlock
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              YesYesYes
              Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Remote Boot Open
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              YesYes
              Entertainment & Communication
              Radio
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              YesYesYes
              Wireless Phone Charging
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              YesYesYes
              Bluetooth Connectivity
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              YesYesYes
              Touchscreen
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              YesYesYes
              Touchscreen Size
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              14.88
              15.6
              10.7
              Connectivity
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              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto
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              YesYesYes
              Apple Car Play
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              YesYesYes
              No. of Speakers
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              16
              12
              12
              Additional Features
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              Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto,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,Voice Control
              2 Wireless phone charger,2V accessory socket,intelligent rotating touch screen display,DYNAUDIO speakers,Android Auto (wireless),Apple CarPlay(USB),
              Wireless Apple CarPlay Android Auto
              Usb Ports
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              YesYesYes
              Inbuilt Apps
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              MyBMW
              -
              -
              Speakers
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
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              Pros & Cons

              • Pros
              • Cons
              • BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

                • Looks sporty for a long-wheelbase, comfort-oriented sedan.
                • New i-Drive 8 infotainment system is crisp and easy to use.
                • 2-litre diesel engine offers good poke for both sedate and spirited driving.
                • Has a good balance between ride and handling.

                BYD Seal

                • Minimalist exterior styling looks sleek yet sporty, stands out from its peers
                • Premium interiors with a simple dashboard design and generous use of soft touch materials
                • Feature-rich package includes a rotating 15.6-inch infotainment system, 8-way powered driver seat with memory function, heated OVRMs and ADAS
                • Top-spec Performance trim packs near supercar level acceleration with a 0-100kmph time of 3.8 seconds
                • xcellent pricing for a fully imported luxury electric sedan
              • BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

                • Missing essentials such as ADAS, 360-degree camera, sun blinds and ventilated front seats.
                • The displays in the cabin get warm over prolonged usage.
                • Low stance results in difficult ingress and egress for elderly occupants.
                • Small boot due to the space-saver eating up space.

                BYD Seal

                • Low ground clearance
                • Low profile tyres can get cut easily
                • Rear seat comfort could be better for long distance journeys
                • No physical buttons or knobs for AC control
                • BYD’s limited dealer/service network.

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              Questions & answers

              Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and BYD Seal?
              A ) BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price starts at ₹ 60.60 Lakh & BYD Seal price starts at ₹ 41 Lakh in New Delhi. BYD Seal is cheaper between these two cars.
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