Audi Q7 vs BMW X3

Audi Q7 Price starts at Rs. 88.66 Lakh which is Rs. 96,000 costlier than base model of BMW X3 priced at Rs. 87.70 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Audi Q7 (Petrol Model) is 11.21 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of BMW X3 (Diesel Model) is 16.55 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Audi Q7 (Top Model) is powered by 2995 cc engine , while BMW X3 (Top Model) is powered by 1995 cc engine. The Comparison Audi Q7 Bold Edition vs BMW X3 xDrive M40i can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Q7 vs X3

Key Highlights Q7 Bold EditionX3 xDrive M40i
Engine Type 3.0L V6 TFSI B58 Turbocharged I6
Max Power 335.25bhp@5200-6400rpm 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 11.21 Kmpl 16.35 Kmpl
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Basic Info Audi Q7 Bold EditionBMW X3 xDrive M40i
Rating
40 reviews
47 reviews
Brand Name Audi BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 97.84 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 87.70 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2995 cc 2998 cc
Body Type SUV,Luxury,HybridsAll SUV Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 335.25bhp@5200-6400rpm 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-speed Tiptronic AT 8-Speed
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Colors
Audi Q7 Colors
BMW X3 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 11.21 Kmpl 16.35 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/55 R19 245/45 R20
Boot Space 740 Liters 550 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. 1,69,651 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 4.06 Lakh Q7 Insurance Rs. 3.67 Lakh X3 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
355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1370-4500rpm
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
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
2245 Kg
1670 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Mild Hybrid
2
...
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
5.9 Sec
4.9 Sec
Fuel Capacity
85 Liters
65 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
11.21 Kmpl
16.35 Kmpl

Suspension Front
3
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
...
Electric
Tyre Size
255/55 R19
245/45 R20
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless, 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
Acoustic comfort glazing, Ambient light with 6 pre-defined selectable light designs in various colours with contour and mood lighting- additionally with Welcome Light Carpet, Floor mats in velour, M leather steering wheel, Roller sunblind for rear-side windows, mechanical, M Seat belts, Galvanic embellish in chrome for controls, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Storage Compartment package and storage nets behind the front seat backrests
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
...
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
740 Liters
550 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
...
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
Adaptive windscreen wipers with integrated washer nozzles, Aluminum roof rails, Standard bumpers in full paint finish
Entry sills with M model inscription, Entry sills with M model inscription, M-specific pedals, M exterior designation on front side panel (left and right), Instrument cluster with M-specific display, M radio remote control with clasp in blue, Tailpipe finishers in black chrome, Accent lighting with turn indicators, low and high-beam in LED Technology, Hexagonally shaped daytime running lights and two-part LED tail lights, High-beam assist, Rain sensor and automatic driving light mirror, Panorama glass roof, Roof rails and exterior lines black high gloss, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
5064*1970*1703 mm3
4716*1897*1669 mm3
Wheelbase
2999 mm
2500 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
including Automatic Hold Function, Servotronic assistance at all speed ranges, Cruise Control with braking function, BMW Driving Experience Control (Modes: ECOPRO, COMFORT, SPORT, SPORT PLUS), Increased sportiness without compromise to driving comfort thanks to electronically controlled dampers with individual control for each wheel, Variable torque split at the rear wheels with Automatic differential locks (ADB-X), Automatic air-conditioning 3-zone with digital display, Seat adjustment electrical driver and passenger with memory function for driver, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneratio
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 system, Gesture Control, Surround view camera with 3D view, BMW Live Cockpit Professional 12.3” Instrument Display, High-resolution 12.3” Control Display, BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch Controller with turn and press function, BMW Virtual Assistant
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
3 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
...
4
No of Speakers
19
...
Rear Entertainment System
...
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
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
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
...
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
...

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
...
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
xDrive - intelligent 4WD with variable torque dstribution, Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Automatic parking function for passenger side exterior mirror, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Head airbags front and rear, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control including Dynamic Traction Control, Electric parking brake with auto hold function, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls, Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
...
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

Lane Departure Warning
...

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

Is BMW X3 Better Than Audi Q7?

75% users have chosen BMW X3 over Audi Q7 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 102 users have also rated BMW X3 and Audi Q7 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 X3 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your car. But Audi Q7 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, safety and features.
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 X3 Q7
Mileage 3.7 2.9
Performance 4.3 4.4
Comfort 4.3 4.6
Maintenance 3.0 2.7
Safety 4.3 4.8
Features 4.3 5.0
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  • Both the cars are good in their forte. Audi Q7 offers Phenomenal ride quality, effortless performance from the 340PS V6 petrol, cabin insulation, space for the entire family, though the Q7 lacks road presence or wow features, it still remains luxurious and thoroughly comfortable 7-seater luxury SUV. On the other hand, the Volvo XC90 is a very interesting proposition not just for the individual who wants something slightly different and unique from his luxury car but for every luxury car buyer who doesn’t really care about 0-100kmph figures and cares more about interiors comfort and of course ride quality. And considering the fact that Indian luxury car buyers are generally chauffer driven, the XC90 fits the bill perfectly. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership..Read more -Facelifted 2022 Audi Q7: Five Things You Will Love (And Three You Might Not).

Audi Q7 Vs BMW X3 FAQs

Which car is best between Audi Q7 vs BMW X3?
As per the users experiences Audi Q7 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. But BMW X3 is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.
Which car is cheaper Audi Q7 vs BMW X3?
The BMW X3 is cheaper than Audi Q7 by Rs. 10.14 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Audi Q7 vs BMW X3?
The BMW X3 delivers better mileage 16.35 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Audi Q7 vs BMW X3?
For the Bold Edition version, 2995 cc Petrol engine of Q7 produces 335.25bhp@5200-6400rpm of power and 500Nm@1370-4500rpm of torque. Whereas for the xDrive M40i version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of X3 produces 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm of power and 500Nm@1900-5000rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Audi Q7 has better performance.

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