Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series

BMW 3 Series Price starts at Rs. 74.90 Lakh which is Rs. 10.49 Lakh costlier than base model of Audi A6 priced at Rs. 64.41 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Audi A6 (Petrol Model) is 14.11 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Audi A6 (Top Model) is powered by 1984 cc engine , while BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine. The Comparison Audi A6 45 TFSI Technology vs BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

A6 vs 3 Series

Key Highlights A6 45 TFSI Technology3 Series M340i xDrive
Engine Type In Line Petrol Engine B58 Turbocharged I6
Max Power 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 14.11 Kmpl 13.02 Kmpl
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Basic Info Audi A6 45 TFSI TechnologyBMW 3 Series M340i xDrive
Rating
55 reviews
45 reviews
Brand Name Audi BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 70.79 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1984 cc 2998 cc
Body Type Sedan,LuxuryAll Sedan Cars Sedan,Luxury,SUVAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed 8-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type FWD 4WD
Colors
Audi A6 Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 14.11 Kmpl 13.02 Kmpl
Tyre Size 245/45/ R18 F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Boot Space 530 Liters 480 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,36,940 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.02 Lakh A6 Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance
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Engine Type
In Line Petrol Engine
B58 Turbocharged I6
Engine Displacement
1984 cc
2998 cc
Max Power
241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
Max Torque
370Nm@1600-4500rpm
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed
8-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
4WD
Valve Configuration
DOHC
...
Paddle Shift
Fuel Supply System
Direct Injection
...
Kerb Weight
1740 Kg
1745 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Mild Hybrid
...

20-80 kmph (kickdown)
4.48 s
...
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
6.8 Sec
4.4 Sec
Fuel Capacity
73 Liters
59 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
253 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
14.11 Kmpl
13.02 Kmpl

Suspension Front
...
Suspension Rear
...
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
Power
...
Minimum Turning Radius
5.95 m
...
Tyre Size
245/45/ R18
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Run flat Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
20.32cm TFT Colour Display, Gear Selector Lever Knob In Leather, Driver Information System, 17.78cm Colour Display
BMW 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
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
Rear Seat Headrest
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
530 Liters
480 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Remote
...
Additional Exterior Features
Panoramic Glass sunroof,MMI Navigation with MMI Touch Response,4 Zone Air conditioning,Audi Sound System,Audi Music Interface in rear
Front 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 Secure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine Secure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-O
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
4939*2110*1470 mm3
4709*1827*1442 mm3
Wheelbase
2500 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
165 mm
...

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Bose Surround Sound System, Audi Sound System, Bluetooth Interface For Hands-Free Mode and Audio Streaming, CD Player, DVD Player, FM/AM/Radio, Speakers Front and Rear, Integrated 2DIN Audio, Bluetooth Connectivity, USB and Auxiliary input, Touch Screen, SD Card
...
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, SD Card Reader
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Door Armrest, Air Vents In The B-Pillar, Different Modes Auto, Comfort, Dynamic, Efficiency, and Individual
Launch Control Function, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Comfort access with Digital Key plus, M Sport Suspension, Variable Sport steering, intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution, Servotronic Steering Assist, M Sport Differential
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
Rear Curtain
Available
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Battery Saver
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Electrically Extending High-Resolution 20.32cm Colour Display, 3D Map Representation With Display Of Lots Of Sightseeing Information and City Models, Detailed Route Information: Map Preview, Choice of Alternative Routes, Lane Recommendations, Motorway Exits, Detailed Junction Maps, Access To Smartphone Voice Control, Driver Information System With 17.78cm Colour Display, Bose Surround Sound System, DVD player, Audi sound system, Subwoofers
Wireless 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
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
3 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
...
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
...
Drive Modes
5
4
Internal Storage
...
No of Speakers
21
16
Rear Entertainment System
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Height & Reach
...
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Dual Trip Meter
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Adjustable Headrest
...
Clock
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
DVD Playback
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Moon Roof

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Audi Pre Sense Basic, Head Airbags
Cruise 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
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Audi A6
  • New flashy design to the interiors. Three coloured screens to cocoon you in the drivers cockpit. New chassis is quite agile and comfortable. Petrol is refined and powerful. Looks sharp.
Audi A6
  • No diesel option. Not really a chauffeur driven option. Not really exciting from behind the wheel either. Only one drivetrain option. Audi has also chosen to leave quattro all-wheel drive
  • all-wheel steering and the more powerful engines off the options list.

Is BMW 3 Series Better Than Audi A6?

76% users have chosen BMW 3 Series over Audi A6 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 167 users have also rated BMW 3 Series and Audi A6 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences BMW 3 Series is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your car. On the basis of comfort, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 3 Series A6
Mileage 4.2 3.9
Performance 4.6 4.5
Comfort 4.6 4.6
Maintenance 3.4 3.2
Safety 4.6 4.6
Features 4.6 4.6
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Which car is best between Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series?
BMW 3 Series is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance. On the basis of comfort, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series?
The Audi A6 is cheaper than BMW 3 Series by Rs. 4.11 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series?
The Audi A6 delivers better mileage 14.11 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series?
For the 45 TFSI Technology version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of A6 produces 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm of power and 370Nm@1600-4500rpm of torque. Whereas for the M340i xDrive version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series produces 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm of power and 500Nm@1900-5000rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Audi A6 has better performance.

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