BMW 3 Series vs BMW 5 Series

Should you buy BMW 3 Series or BMW 5 Series? 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 3 Series price starts at Rs 74.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol) and BMW 5 Series price starts Rs 72.90 Lakh ex-showroom for 530Li (Petrol). 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while 5 Series has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series has a mileage of 13.02 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the 5 Series has a mileage of 10.9 kmpl (Petrol top model).

3 Series Vs 5 Series

Key Highlights	BMW 3 Series	BMW 5 Series
On Road Price	Rs.86,31,955^*	Rs.84,02,243^*
Mileage (city)	-	10.9 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	2998	1998
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Basic Information	M340i xDrive	530Li	Dynamic HSE
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.86,31,955^*	Rs.84,02,243^*	Rs.1,01,25,086^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,64,304/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,59,932/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,92,709/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.3,18,055	Rs.3,10,343	Rs.3,68,186
User Rating	4.2 Based on 75 Reviews	4.4 Based on 23 Reviews	4.4 Based on 101 Reviews
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Basic Information

M340i xDrive

530Li

Dynamic HSE

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.86,31,955^*

Rs.84,02,243^*

Rs.1,01,25,086^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,64,304/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,59,932/month

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Rs.1,92,709/month

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Insurance

Rs.3,18,055

Rs.3,10,343

Rs.3,68,186

User Rating

4.2

Based on 75 Reviews

4.4

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4.4

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	B58 Turbocharged I6	-	TD4 Engine
Displacement (cc)	2998	1998	1997
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm	255bhp@4500rpm	246.74bhp@5500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	500Nm@1900-5000rpm	400Nm@1600rpm	365Nm@1500-4000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4	4
Turbo Charger	Twin	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed Steptronic	-	8-Speed AT
Drive Type	4WD	RWD	AWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

B58 Turbocharged I6

TD4 Engine

Displacement (cc)

2998

1998

1997

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm

255bhp@4500rpm

246.74bhp@5500rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	10.9	9.2
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	15.7	13.1
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	13.02	-	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	59	-	82
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	253	-	210
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Multi-link suspension	-	-
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	-	-
Steering Type	-	Power	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt & telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	-	-	Rack&Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	-	6
Front Brake Type	ventilated Disc	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	253	-	210
0-100kmph (Seconds)	4.4 s	-	-
Tyre Size	F225/40R19, R255/35R19	-	-
Tyre Type	Run flat Radial	-	Tubeless,Radial
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Steering Type

Power

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & telescopic

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4709	5165	4797
Width (mm)	1827	2156	2147
Height (mm)	1442	1518	1678
Ground Clearance Laden (mm)	-	-	156
Wheel Base (mm)	2651	3105	3006
Rear Tread (mm)	-	-	1654
Kerb Weight (kg)	1745	-	1875
Grossweight (kg)	-	-	2590
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	-	500	-
Seating Capacity	5	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	480	-	673
No. of Doors	4	4	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	-	-
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	-	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	-	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	-	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	-	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	-	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	-	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	-	Yes
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	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear	Rear
Navigation System	Yes	-	-
Find My Car Location	-	-	Yes
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	40:20:40 Split	-	40:20:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	-	-	No
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	-	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	-	No
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	Yes	-	-
Central Console Armrest	Yes	-	Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	-	No	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	No	-	No
Rear Curtain	No	-	No
Luggage Hook And Net	No	-	Yes
Battery Saver	-	-	No
Lane Change Indicator	-	-	No
Additional Features	-	-	GROUND CLEARANCE – (STANDARD to OFF ROAD) (Approach Angle:- 23.6/22.5 to 25.0/27.5 Departure Angle:- 25.0/24.8 to 27.0/29.5 Ramp Angle:- 19.1/18.3 to 22.0/23.5 Maximum wading depth:- 530/580), 40:20:40 split fold rear seat , Rear centre headrest, Passive front headrests, 14-way driver memory front seats with rear power recline
Massage Seats	-	-	Front
Memory Function Seats	-	-	Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	-	-	Full
Drive Modes	4	-	-
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	-	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Boot

Automatic Climate Control

3 Zone

Air Quality Control

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	-	-
Leather Seats	Yes	-	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	-	-
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	-	-
Cigarette Lighter	-	-	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	-	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	-	-
Folding Table In The Rear	-	-	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	-	No
Additional 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	-	Finisher Shadow Aluminium, Metal Load space Scuff Plate, R Dynamic Metal Front Tread plates, Headlining Morzine, Ebony Headlining, Interior Lighting, Analog Dials With Central TFT Display, Perforated Grained Leather and Suede cloth Seats, 10 Way Seats (8 Ways Electric, 2 Ways Manual), Floor Mats Carpet, Shadow Aluminium trim finisher, Light Oyster Morzine headlining, Ebony perforated grained leather seats with Ebony interior, Lower Touchscreen, Electrically adjustable steering column, Auto-diing interior rear view mirror, Illuminated vanity mirrors, Cabin Air Ionisation with PM2.5 filter, Bright metal pedals, Premium cabin lighting, Standard IP end caps, Metal front treadplates with R-Dynamic branding, Lockable cooled glovebox,, Rear seat remote release levers,
Digital Cluster	-	Yes	-
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
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Wheel
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Tanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series Colours	Grey5 Series Colours	CyanVaresine BlueSantorini BlackFuji WhiteZadar GreyRange Rover Velar Colours
Body Type	SedanAll Sedan Cars	SedanAll Sedan Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	-	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	-	Yes
Tinted Glass	-	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-	Yes
Roof Carrier	-	-	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	-	-
Side Stepper	-	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	-	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	-	No
Chrome Garnish	Yes	-	No
Smoke Headlamps	-	-	No
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-	-
Halogen Headlamps	-	-	No
Roof Rails	Yes	-	Yes
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes	-
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes	-
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes	-
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	-	-
Additional 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 ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-On	-	Style 7014, 7 spoke, Gloss Sparkle Silver, Black contrast roof Acoustic laminated windscreen Rain sensing windscreen wipers Heated, electric, power fold door mirrors with approach lights and auto-diing driver side Flush deployable door handles Unpainted brake calipers Velar and R-Dynamic badge Heated rear window with timer Tailgate spoiler Powered tailgate / boot lid Rear Axle Open Differential Flush Deploy able Door Handles Door Mirror Approach light Premium LED Headlights 5 spoke with Satin Dark Grey Finish Wheel, Premium LED headlights with signature DRL, Auto High Beam Assist, Automatic Headlight Levelling (AHBA), Headlight power wash
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-	Yes
Tyre Size	F225/40R19, R255/35R19	-	-
Tyre Type	Run flat Radial	-	Tubeless,Radial
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Wheel

Headlight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Tanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series Colours

Grey5 Series Colours

CyanVaresine BlueSantorini BlackFuji WhiteZadar GreyRange Rover Velar Colours

Body Type

SedanAll Sedan Cars

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes	No
No. of Airbags	6	8	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	Yes	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	-	No
Xenon Headlamps	-	-	No
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	-	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes	-
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines	-
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes	-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	-	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger	No
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	-	-
Blind Spot Monitor	-	-	No
Hill Descent Control	-	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes	No
360 View Camera	-	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes	-
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	-	5
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	Yes	-	-
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	-	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	-	-
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	-	Yes
Compass	Yes	-	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	-	-
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	-	-	No
No. of Speakers	16	-	10
Rear Entertainment System	-	-	No
Additional 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	-	Pro Service and WI-FI Hotspot
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series and BMW 5 Series?

A ) BMW 3 Series price starts at ₹ 74.90 Lakh & BMW 5 Series price starts at ₹ 72.90 Lakh in New Delhi. BMW 5 Series is cheaper between these two cars.

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