BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mahindra Bolero
Should you buy BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine or Mahindra Bolero? 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 Mahindra Bolero price starts Rs 9.90 Lakh ex-showroom for B4 (Diesel). 3 Series Gran Limousine has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Bolero has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series Gran Limousine has a mileage of 19.61 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Bolero has a mileage of 16 kmpl (Diesel top model).
3 Series Gran Limousine Vs Bolero
| Key Highlights | BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine | Mahindra Bolero |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.72,50,619* | Rs.12,90,719* |
| Mileage (city) | - | 14 kmpl |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 1995 | 1493 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mahindra Bolero comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.72,50,619* | Rs.12,90,719* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,39,026/month | Rs.24,569/month |
| Insurance | Rs.1,12,289 3 Series Gran Limousine Insurance | Rs.52,891 Bolero 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✕ | TwinPower Turbo | mHAWK75 |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1995 | 1493 |
| 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.✕ | 187.74bhp@4000rpm | 74.96bhp@3600rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | - | 14 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 19.61 | 16 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 59 | 60 |
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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.✕ | - | FS 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.✕ | - | Rigid Leaf Spring |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | - | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | - | Power |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4823 | 3995 |
| 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✕ | 1827 | 1745 |
| 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✕ | 1441 | 1880 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | - | 180 |
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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 |
| Leather Seats | Yes | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Carbon Black Mineral White Portimao Blue Skyscraper Metallic 3 Series Gran Limousine Colors | Lake Side Brown Diamond White Dsat Silver Bolero Colors |
| Body Type | Coupe All Coupe Cars | SUV All SUV 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 |
| 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 |
| No. of Airbags | 6 | 2 |
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Entertainment & Communication
| 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 |
| Speakers Front Sound system located near the dashboard or in the doors at the front of the car. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Rear Sound system speakers located at the back of the car. Usually found in the rear door panels or in the boot.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
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Pros and Cons
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- Cons
- 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.
- Tough built quality. Hard to damage.
- Built to take punishment
- Ride quality soft to suit no road conditions
BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine
Mahindra Bolero
- 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.
- Noisy cabin
- Utilitarian layout
- Bare bone features
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Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and Mahindra Bolero?
BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price starts at ₹ 60.60 Lakh & Mahindra Bolero price starts at ₹ 9.90 Lakh in New Delhi. Mahindra Bolero is cheaper between these two cars.
Which car has good mileage BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and Mahindra Bolero?
The mileage of 3 Series Gran Limousine is 19.61 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of Bolero is 16 kmpl in New Delhi. BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine gives better mileage than Mahindra Bolero.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi