BMW 3 Series vs BMW X3

BMW X3 Price starts at Rs. 87.70 Lakh which is Rs. 12.80 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW 3 Series priced at Rs. 74.90 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of BMW X3 (Diesel Model) is 16.55 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine , while BMW X3 (Top Model) is powered by 1995 cc engine. The Comparison BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs BMW X3 xDrive M40i can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

3 Series vs X3

Key Highlights 3 Series M340i xDriveX3 xDrive M40i
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 B58 Turbocharged I6
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 16.35 Kmpl
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Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveBMW X3 xDrive M40i
Rating
45 reviews
47 reviews
Brand Name BMW BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 87.70 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 2998 cc
Body Type Sedan,Luxury,SUVAll Sedan Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 8-Speed
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
BMW X3 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 16.35 Kmpl
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 245/45 R20
Boot Space 480 Liters 550 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,69,651 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 3.67 Lakh X3 Insurance
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Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
B58 Turbocharged I6
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
2998 cc
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
8-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Paddle Shift
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
1670 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Twin
Mild Hybrid
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
4.9 Sec
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
65 Liters
Top Speed
253 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
16.35 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
...
Electric
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
245/45 R20
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Additional Interior Features
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
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
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
480 Liters
550 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
...
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
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
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
4709*1827*1442 mm3
4716*1897*1669 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2500 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
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
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
...
Additional Entertainment Features
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
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
3 Zone
3 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
4
4
No of Speakers
16
...
Rear Entertainment System
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
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
Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
...

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
...
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
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
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
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
...
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

Is BMW X3 Better Than BMW 3 Series?

56% users have chosen BMW X3 over BMW 3 Series in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 108 users have also rated BMW X3 and BMW 3 Series on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
BMW 3 Series has out rated BMW X3 on all the rating factors.
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 X3
Mileage 3.7 4.2
Performance 4.3 4.6
Comfort 4.3 4.6
Maintenance 3.0 3.4
Safety 4.3 4.6
Features 4.3 4.6
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BMW 3 Series Vs BMW X3 FAQs

Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs BMW X3?
BMW 3 Series has out rated BMW X3 on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs BMW X3?
The BMW 3 Series is cheaper than BMW X3 by Rs. 12.80 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW 3 Series vs BMW X3?
The BMW X3 delivers better mileage 16.35 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs BMW X3?
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. 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 BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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