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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mercedes-Benz CLS

3 Series Gran Limousine Vs CLS

Key HighlightsBMW 3 Series Gran LimousineMercedes-Benz CLS
On Road PriceRs.65,45,273*Rs.99,69,296*
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)19951950
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mercedes-Benz CLS Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.65,45,273*
Rs.99,69,296*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,24,572/month
No
InsuranceRs.1,11,444
3 Series Gran Limousine Insurance

Rs.3,55,846
CLS-Class Insurance

User Rating
4.1
Based on 86 Reviews
4.5
Based on 9 Reviews
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
TwinPower Turbo
Diesel Engine
Displacement (cc)
1995
1950
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
187.74bhp@4000rpm
241.3bhp@4200rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
400Nm@1750-2500rpm
500Nm@1600-2400rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
-
DOHC
Fuel Supply System
-
CRDI
Turbo Charger
-
Yes
Super Charger
-
No
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-Speed
7 Speed
Mild Hybrid
No-
Drive Type
RWD
RWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)19.61
19
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)59
66
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI
Top Speed (kmph)235
250

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
-
Adaptive Air Suspension
Rear Suspension
-
Adaptive Air Suspension
Steering Type
-
Power
Steering Column
-
Electrical Adjustable Steering
Steering Gear Type
-
Rack & Pinion
Front Brake Type
-
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Ventilated Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
235
250
0-100kmph (Seconds)
7.6
6.4
Braking (100-0kmph)
35.25m

-
Tyre Size
F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
245/45 R18
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
-
18
0-100Kmph (Tested)7.42s

-
City driveability (20-80kmph)4.57s

-
Braking (80-0 kmph)22.85m

-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4823
4988
Width (mm)
1827
1890
Height (mm)
1441
1435
Wheel Base (mm)
2400
2939
Front Tread (mm)
-
1618
Rear Tread (mm)
-
1620
Kerb Weight (kg)
1640
1905
Grossweight (kg)
-
2445
Rear Headroom (mm)
-
927

Rear Legroom (mm)
-
347
Front Headroom (mm)
-
1018

Front Legroom (mm)
-
279

Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
480
-
No. of Doors
5
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
Yes-
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
2 Zone
Air Quality Control
-
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
-
Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light
-
Yes
Accessory Power Outlet
-
Yes
Trunk Light
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
-
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
-
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
-
Yes
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Heated Seats Front
-
No
Heated Seats Rear
-
No
Seat Lumbar Support
-
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Foldable Rear Seat
-
No
Smart Access Card Entry
YesYes
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
YesNo
Bottle Holder
-
Front Door
Voice Command
YesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
YesYes
USB Charger
-
Front
Steering Mounted Tripmeter-
No
Central Console Armrest
With Storage
Yes
Tailgate Ajar
-
Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate
Yes-
Gear Shift Indicator
NoYes
Rear Curtain
NoYes
Luggage Hook And NetNoYes
Battery Saver
-
No
Lane Change Indicator
-
Yes
Massage Seats
-
No
Memory Function Seats
Front
No
One Touch Operating Power Window
-
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
-
Semi
Drive Modes
3
5
Air Conditioner
-
Yes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
-
Yes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
-
No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
Front
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesNo

Interior

Tachometer
-
Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
-
Yes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
-
No
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Glove Compartment
-
Yes
Digital Clock
-
Yes
Outside Temperature Display-
Yes
Cigarette Lighter-
Yes
Digital Odometer
-
Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco-
Yes
Folding Table In The Rear
-
No
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesFloor mats in Velour,Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet,Galvanic embellisher for controls,Storage compartment package,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Widescreen Curved Display,Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display,Black High gloss and Aluminium combination
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Exterior

Available Colors
Carbon Black
Mineral White
Portimao Blue
Skyscraper Metallic
3 Series Gran Limousine Colors
-
Body TypeCoupe
All Coupe Cars
Coupe
All Coupe Cars
Adjustable Headlights-
Yes
Fog Lights Front
YesNo
Fog Lights Rear
YesNo
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
-
No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
-
No
Rear Window Washer
-
No
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power Antenna-
No
Tinted Glass
-
No
Rear Spoiler
-
No
Roof Carrier-
No
Sun Roof
YesYes
Side Stepper
-
No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
-
No
Chrome Garnish
-
No
Smoke Headlamps-
No
Roof Rail
-
No
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
Trunk Opener-
Remote
Heated Wing Mirror
-
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes-
LED Headlights
Yes-
LED Taillights
Yes-
Additional FeaturesExterior 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, Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Panorama glass roof
-
Automatic Driving Lights
YesNo
Tyre Size
F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
245/45 R18
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
-
18

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake Assist-
Yes
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
-
Yes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Yes
No. of Airbags6
-
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoYes
Day Night Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Xenon Headlamps-
No
Rear Seat Belts
-
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Side Impact Beams
-
Yes
Front Impact Beams
-
Yes
Traction Control-
Yes
Adjustable Seats
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Vehicle Stability Control System
-
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
-
Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Clutch Lock-
No
EBD
-
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes-
Advance Safety FeaturesRear View Camera with Park Distance Control (front & rear),Lateral Parking,Reversing Assistant,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,Three-point seat belts for all seats,Warning triangle with first-aid kit
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Camera
-
Yes
Anti Theft Device-
Yes
Speed Alert
Yes-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Knee Airbags
-
Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
-
Yes
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
YesNo
Hill Assist
YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
360 View Camera
YesYes

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
-
No
Cd Changer
-
No
Dvd Player
-
No
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
-
No
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN Audio-
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes-
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
14.9
-
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Yes-
Apple Car Play
Yes-
Internal Storage
-
Yes
No. of Speakers
16
13
Rear Entertainment System
-
No
Additional FeaturesHigh-resolution (1920x720 pixels) 14.9” (37.8 cm) Control 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
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SubwooferNo-
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