BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase vs Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
Should you buy BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase or Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line? 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 Long Wheelbase price starts at Rs 62.60 Lakh ex-showroom for 330Li M Sport (Petrol) and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line price starts Rs 49 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.0L TSI (Petrol). 3 Series Long Wheelbase has 1198 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Tiguan R-Line has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series Long Wheelbase has a mileage of 15.39 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Tiguan R-Line has a mileage of 12.58 kmpl (Petrol top model).
3 Series Long Wheelbase Vs Tiguan R-Line
| Key Highlights | BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase | Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.71,91,738* | Rs.56,57,064* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1198 | 1984 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase vs Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.71,91,738* | Rs.56,57,064* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,36,890/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,07,670/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.2,43,138 | Rs.2,18,175 |
| User Rating | Based on 63 Reviews | Based on 1 Review |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | TwinPower Turbo | 2.0 L TSI |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1198 | 1984 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 254.79bhp@5000rpm | 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 15.39 | 12.58 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | - |
| Top Speed (kmph) | 250 | - |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | No | - |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | No | - |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | - |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt & telescopic | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4823 | 4539 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1827 | 1859 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1441 | 1656 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 176 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 3 Zone | 3 Zone |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | - |
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Interior
| Front Air Vents | ||
| Steering Wheel | ||
| DashBoard | ||
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Carbon Black Mineral White Portimao Blue Skyscraper Metallic 3 Series Long Wheelbase Colours | Nightshade Blue Metallic Persimmon Red Metallic Oryx White Mother Of Pearl Effect Grenadilla Black Metallic Oyster Silver Metallic +1 MoreTiguan R-Line Colours |
| Body Type | CoupeAll Coupe Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Brake Assist | Yes | - |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | - |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | No | - |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | No | - |
| Driver Attention Warning | Yes | - |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | - |
Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | Yes | - |
| Digital Car Key | Yes | - |
| E-Call & I-Call | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | No |
| Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car.✕ | - | No |
| MirrorLink Connects a smartphone's display to the car's infotainment system allowing the use of phone apps, such as music and navigation.✕ | - | No |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | No |
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Pros & Cons
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- Cons
BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase
- Looks sporty for a long-wheelbase, comfort-oriented sedan.
- New i-Drive 8 infotainment system is crisp and easy to use.
- 2-litre diesel engine offers good poke for both sedate and spirited driving.
- Has a good balance between ride and handling.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
- R-Line seats give you a good driving position and are comfortable and supportive.
- Massage function is good
- Spacious and practical with plenty of room, lots of cubby holes and charging options.
- Dual wireless charging up front is a great feature.
- Interior quality, fit, finish is among the best in class.
- Tech is impressive with a 15-inch touch screen and digital drivers dash and HUD too.
- Powerful turbo petrol is engaging and suspension set up gives you the best of both words - comfortable and sporty when you want it to be.
BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase
- Missing essentials such as ADAS, 360-degree camera, sun blinds and ventilated front seats.
- The displays in the cabin get warm over prolonged usage.
- Low stance results in difficult ingress and egress for elderly occupants.
- Small boot due to the space-saver eating up space.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
- Features set has some misses like keyless entry, powered and ventilated front seats.
- Fuel efficiency of the large turbo-petrol engine in traffic and when driven with a heavy right foot can drop.
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line?
A ) BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase price starts at ₹ 62.60 Lakh & Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line price starts at ₹ 49 Lakh in New Delhi. Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line?
A ) The mileage of 3 Series Long Wheelbase is 15.39 kmpl & the mileage of Tiguan R-Line is 12.58 kmpl. BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase gives better mileage than Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi