Audi Q7 vs BMW 3 Series

Audi Q7 Price starts at Rs. 88.66 Lakh which is Rs. 13.76 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW 3 Series priced at Rs. 74.90 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Audi Q7 (Petrol Model) is 11.21 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Audi Q7 (Top Model) is powered by 2995 cc engine , while BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine. The Comparison Audi Q7 Bold Edition vs BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Q7 vs 3 Series

Key Highlights Q7 Bold Edition3 Series M340i xDrive
Engine Type 3.0L V6 TFSI B58 Turbocharged I6
Max Power 335.25bhp@5200-6400rpm 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 13.02 Kmpl
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Basic Info Audi Q7 Bold EditionBMW 3 Series M340i xDrive
Rating
40 reviews
45 reviews
Brand Name Audi BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 97.84 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2995 cc 2998 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars Sedan,Luxury,SUVAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 335.25bhp@5200-6400rpm 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-speed Tiptronic AT 8-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Colors
Audi Q7 Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 13.02 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/55 R19 F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Boot Space 740 Liters 480 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,89,267 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 4.06 Lakh Q7 Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance
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Engine Type
3.0L V6 TFSI
B58 Turbocharged I6
Engine Displacement
2995 cc
2998 cc
Motor Type
48 V Mild Hybrid
...
Max Power
335.25bhp@5200-6400rpm
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1370-4500
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-speed Tiptronic AT
8-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
2245 Kg
1745 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Mild Hybrid
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
5.9 Sec
4.4 Sec
Fuel Capacity
...
59 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
253 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
13.02 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
8 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
11.2 kmpl
...

Suspension Front
3
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Tyre Size
255/55 R19
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Tyre Type
...
Run flat Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Audi Smartphone Interface, Audi Virtual Cockpit, Cricket leather upholstery, Side and rear windows with heat-reflecting glass, Sun visor on driver and front passenger side, retractable, The 31.24 cm display offers full HD quality, Audi Virtual Cockpit is an advanced, fully digital instrument cluster,The display can be tailored to the driver’s requirements to show speed, maps, radio, media information and plenty more
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
Leather Seats
Rear Seat Headrest
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
5
4
Boot Space
740 Liters
480 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Remote
...
Additional Exterior Features
Adaptive windscreen wipers with integrated washer nozzles, Panoramic glass sunroof, High-Gloss styling package, Aluminum roof rails, Standard bumpers in full paint finish
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
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
5064*1970*1703 mm3
4709*1827*1442 mm3
Wheelbase
2999 mm
2651 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Cruise Control system with speed limiter, Electrically folding third row seats, Audi Drive Select with 7 drive modes
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 & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
2 USB ports with charging function in rear, Dual screen MMI navigation plus with MMI touch response B&O premium sound system, Bang & Olufsen premium sound system with 3D sound, remarkable 730 W output, coupled with 3D sound technology
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
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
3 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
...
4
No of Speakers
19
16
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
...
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
40:20:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
...
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
Seat Belt Warning
...
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
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
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Moon Roof

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
...
No of Airbags
8
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
...
Central Locking
...
Advance Safety Features
Park assist plus with 360 degree camera, Air Ionizer and Aromatization*, Comfort key with Sensor based boot-lid control,, Curtain Airbag
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 )
Both
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Audi Q7
  • Phenomenal ride quality
  • effortless performance from the 340PS V6 petrol
  • cabin insulation
  • space for the entire family
Audi Q7
  • Lack of a diesel engine
  • no wow features over its rivals
  • missing some essential features like ventilated seats
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Which car is best between Audi Q7 vs BMW 3 Series?
As per the users experiences Audi Q7 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for safety and features in your car. But BMW 3 Series is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Audi Q7 vs BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is cheaper than Audi Q7 by Rs. 22.94 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Audi Q7 vs BMW 3 Series?
For the Bold Edition version, 2995 cc Petrol engine of Q7 produces 335.25bhp@5200-6400rpm of power and 500Nm@1370-4500 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 Q7 has better performance.

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