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BMW 3 Series vs BMW i4

Should you buy BMW 3 Series or BMW i4? 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 i4 price starts Rs 72.50 Lakh ex-showroom for eDrive35 M Sport (Electric).

3 Series Vs i4

Key HighlightsBMW 3 SeriesBMW i4
On Road PriceRs.86,31,955*Rs.81,42,801*
Range (km)-590
Fuel TypePetrolElectric
Battery Capacity (kWh)-83.9
Charging Time-31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)
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Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.86,31,955*Rs.81,42,801*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,64,304/monthRs.1,54,995/month
InsuranceRs.3,18,055Rs.3,15,301
User Rating
4.2
Based on 75 Reviews
4.2
Based on 53 Reviews
Brochure
Running Cost
-₹ 1.42/km

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6Not applicable
Displacement (cc)
2998Not applicable
No. of Cylinders
66 Cylinder CarsNot applicable
Fast Charging
Not applicableNo
Charging TimeNot applicable31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)
Battery Capacity (kWh)Not applicable83.9
Motor TypeNot applicablePermanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm335.25bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
500Nm@1900-5000rpm430Nm
Valves Per Cylinder
4Not applicable
Turbo Charger
TwinNot applicable
Range (km)Not applicable590 km
Battery Warranty
Not applicable8 Year and 160000 km
Battery Type
Not applicableLithium-Ion
Charging Time (A.C)
Not applicable8H 20 Min -11 kW (0-100%)
Charging Time (D.C)
Not applicable31 Min-200 kW(0-80%)
Regenerative BrakingNot applicableYes
Charging PortNot applicableCCS-II
Transmission TypeAutomaticAutomatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic1-Speed
Drive Type
4WDRWD
Charging OptionsNot applicable11 kW AC | 205 kW DC
Charger TypeNot applicable11 kW AC Wall Box Charger
Charging Time (50 k W DC Fast Charger)Not applicable18 Min (up to 100km)

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrolElectric
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)13.02 -
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)59-
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0ZEV
Top Speed (kmph)253 190

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Multi-link suspensionAir suspension
Rear Suspension
Multi-link suspensionAir suspension
Front Brake Type
ventilated Disc-
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc-
Top Speed (Kmph)
253190
0-100kmph (Seconds)
4.4 s5.7 s
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
47094783
Width (mm)
18272073
Height (mm)
14421448
Wheel Base (mm)
26512540
Front Tread (mm)
-1531
Kerb Weight (kg)
17451920
Seating Capacity
55
Boot Space (Litres)
480 470
No. of Doors
44

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Boot
YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone3 Zone
Remote Trunk Opener
YesYes
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes-
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Lumbar Support
YesYes
Active Noise Cancellation
-Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & RearFront & Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Foldable Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split40:20:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
-Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
YesNo
Cooled Glovebox
YesYes
Bottle Holder
Front DoorFront Door
Voice Commands
YesYes
Paddle Shifters
Yes-
USB Charger
Front & RearFront & Rear
Steering Mounted TripmeterYesYes
Central Console Armrest
YesYes
Tailgate Ajar Warning
YesYes
Hands-Free Tailgate
-Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
NoYes
Rear Curtain
No-
Luggage Hook And NetNoYes
Additional Features-BMW Rear Wheel Drive - With near actuator wheel slip limitation, Air Suspension on rear axle with Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Servotronic Steering Assist, Cruise Control with braking function, Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear, Rear backrest, foldable and dividable by 40:20:40 with through-loading, Driving Experience Switch with 3 driving modes Comfort/Eco Pro/Sport
Memory Function Seats
-Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window
-Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
-Semi
Drive Modes
43
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
-Front
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Front Air Vents
Steering Wheel
DashBoard
Instrument Cluster
Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector-Yes
Glove Box
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYesYes
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYesYes
Dual Tone Dashboard
-Yes
Additional FeaturesBMW 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 BlueGalvanic embellisher for controls ( Switch cluster in doors on driver & front passenger side, Window lift switch, front/rear, Door lock switch), M Leather Steering Wheel, Glass roof with integrated wind deflector, Storage Compartment Package with: ( Storage pocket on the rear of the driver side's backrest, Net on left/right side trim panel in Luggage Compartment), Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Floor mats in velour, Centre armrest in rear foldable, with 2 s, Armrest front with storage compartmentInstrument panel in sensatec black with grey double seam, Ambient Interior Lighting with Dynamic Contour Lighting for Welcome, goodbye, Open door & phone call, Power socket (12 V) 1x in the centre console, front: illuminated, with bimetallic spring, 1x in the luggage compartment: with cover flap, M Sport Exterior Package ( M Aerodynamics package, Radiator grille frame and tailpipe trims in high-gloss chrome, M High Gloss Shadow Line, Inserts in rear bumper panel in Dark Shadow metallic, M inscription on front side panel, left and right, M pedals, M entry sills, Front, M Headliner Anthracite)

Exterior

Rear Right Side
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours
Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Dravit Grey Metallic
3 Series Colours
Brooklyn Grey Metallic
Mineral White
Portimao Blue Metallic
Black Sapphire
i4 Colours
Body TypeSedanAll Sedan CarsSedanAll Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlampsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
Yes-
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Rear Spoiler
Yes-
Sun Roof
YesYes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
YesYes
Chrome Garnish
YesYes
Projector Headlamps
Yes-
Cornering Headlamps
-Yes
Roof Rails
Yes-
Trunk Opener-Smart
Heated Wing Mirror
YesYes
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlamps
YesYes
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes-
Additional FeaturesFront 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-On18" M aerodynamic wheels 858 M Bicolour with mixed tyres, Dynamic Braking lights, Along with sporty front & rear diffuser elements for enhanced aerodynamics, Blanked off kidney grill, Heat protection glazing, made with tempered safety glass, Door handles flush with the door surface, Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, function on driver side, mirror heating, automatic parking function,, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, Welcome Light Carpet Follow-me-home function, Low beam & high beam (Bi-LED technology) LED rear lights, Daytime driving lights & Side Indicator (LED technology), BMW Iconic LED headlights, Automatic operation of tailgate,
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial-

Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
Yes-
Child Safety Locks
Yes-
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes-
No. of Airbags68
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side AirbagYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoYes
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Traction ControlYesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes-
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
YesYes
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Speed Alert
Yes-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes-
Sos Emergency Assistance
Yes-
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYes-
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)5-

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
Yes-
Audio System Remote Control
Yes-
Integrated 2DIN AudioYes-
Wireless Phone Charging
YesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Compass
Yes-
Touchscreen
YesYes
Touchscreen Size
14.914.9
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlayAndroid Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
1618
Additional FeaturesWireless 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 Assistant17 speakers with 464 W Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Live Cockpit Plus:- (Fully Digital 12.3" Instrument Display, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, iDrive Controller, Touch functionality on the Curved Display, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW"), Smartphone Integration - Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with wireless functionality, 2x dual USB Type C 3A charging function in the rear centre console, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW", Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (464 W, 17 speakers), Fine-wood Trim oak grain open-pored,
Usb PortsYesYes
SpeakersFront & RearFront & Rear

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