BMW X1 vs Audi Q3

Should you buy BMW X1 or Audi Q3? 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 X1 price starts at Rs 50.90 Lakh ex-showroom for sDrive18i M Sport (Petrol) and Audi Q3 price starts Rs 43.67 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol). X1 has 1995 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Q3 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X1 has a mileage of 20.37 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Q3 has a mileage of 10.14 kmpl (Petrol top model).

X1 Vs Q3

Key Highlights	BMW X1	Audi Q3
On Road Price	Rs.58,49,979^*	Rs.60,37,354^*
Mileage (city)	-	10 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1499	1984
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

BMW X1
sDrive18i M Sport
50.90 Lakh^*
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Technology
52.31 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	sDrive18i M Sport	Technology
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.58,49,979^*	Rs.60,37,354^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,11,929/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,15,598/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.2,00,079	Rs.2,30,943
User Rating	4.5 Based on 143 Reviews	4.3 Based on 85 Reviews
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Basic Information

Variant

sDrive18i M Sport

Technology

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.58,49,979^*

Rs.60,37,354^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,11,929/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,15,598/month

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Insurance

Rs.2,00,079

Rs.2,30,943

User Rating

4.5

Based on 143 Reviews

4.3

Based on 85 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	B38 turbo I3	40 TFSI quattro S tronic
Displacement (cc)	1499	1984
No. of Cylinders	33 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm	187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	230Nm@1500–4000rpm	320Nm@1500-4100rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Twin	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	7-Speed Steptronic	7-Speed DCT
Drive Type	FWD	AWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

B38 turbo I3

40 TFSI quattro S tronic

Displacement (cc)

1499

1984

No. of Cylinders

33 Cylinder Cars

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm

187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

230Nm@1500–4000rpm

320Nm@1500-4100rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Twin

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

7-Speed Steptronic

7-Speed DCT

Drive Type

FWD

AWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	10
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	15.17
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	20.37	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	51	62
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	219	222

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt & telescopic
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	219	222
0-100kmph (Seconds)	9.2	7.3 s
Tyre Size	-	235/55 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4429	4482
Width (mm)	1827	1849
Height (mm)	1598	1607
Wheel Base (mm)	2755	2500
Kerb Weight (kg)	1535	1700
Grossweight (kg)	-	2200
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	500	460

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	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	-
Active Noise Cancellation	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	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	-
Additional Features	Park Distance Control , BMW Efficient Lightweight construction, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Digital Key Plus( Lock, unlock and starting the vehicle and compatible with smartphone with NFC enabled key card), Electrical Seat Adjustment for driver memory function for driver, Active seat for Driver and Front Passenger, Automatic operation of tailgate including contactless opening and closing via a kicking movement , Servotronic Steering Assist, 7-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission with shift paddles( Electronic selector-lever, Automatic gear selection, Currently engaged gear shown in the instrument cluster , Auto-P function, Shift paddles on steering wheel (with boost mode), Gear display with recoended gear in manual mode) more	- more
Memory Function Seats	Driver's Seat Only	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	All
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	-
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	-
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	-
Additional Features	Sensatec Perforated Mocha(Optional),Sensatec Perforated Oyster (Optional), Interior trim finishers Aluminium ‘Mesheffect’ with highlight trim finisher in Pearl Chrome, Rear seat backrest with reclining and 40:20:40 folding, M Leather Steering Wheel with Multifunction Buttons, Interior mirror with Automatic Anti-dazzle Function, Floor Mats in velour, Sport seats, Armrest front, sliding with storage compartment, Ambient Lighting: Mood lighting in front and rear, Air-vents for rear seat occupants, Luxury instrument panel, Pearl Chrome touches on the door handles, Panorama Glass Roof with automatic sliding/tilting function more	- more
Digital Cluster	-	Yes
Upholstery	-	Leather

Interior

Exterior
Available Colours	Storm Bay MetallicAlpine WhiteSpace Silver MetallicPortimao BlueBlack Sapphire MetallicX1 Colours	Nano Grey MetallicMythos Black MetallicGlacier White MetallicNavarra Blue MetallicProgressive Red MetallicQ3 Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	-
Cornering Foglamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke ,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye) more	- more
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Boot Opening	-	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	-	235/55 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	-	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	10	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	-	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	All Windows
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Camera	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	5

Safety

ADAS
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	-
Adaptive High Beam Assist	Yes	-

ADAS

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Compass	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.7	10.1
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	12	-
Additional Features	BMW Live Cockpit Plus (Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 10.25” Instrument Display, High-resolution 10.7” Control Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with real-time traffic information, Touch Functionality), Wireless Smartphone Integration, Comfort Access System with HiFi loudspeaker system by Harman Kardon with:(12 speakers and digital amplifier with Tweeter bezels in stainless steel with illuminated ‘Harman Kardon’ inscription), Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote Software Upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, MyModes) more	- more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

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