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    BMW 5 Series vs BMW 3 Series

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

    5 Series Vs 3 Series

    Key HighlightsBMW 5 SeriesBMW 3 Series
    On Road PriceRs.84,02,243*Rs.86,31,955*
    Mileage (city)10.9 kmpl-
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Engine(cc)19982998
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    BMW 5 Series vs BMW 3 Series comparison

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          BMW 5 Series
          BMW 5 Series
            Rs72.90 Lakh*
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                BMW 3 Series
                BMW 3 Series
                  Rs74.90 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
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                Rs.84,02,243*
                Rs.86,31,955*
                Finance Available (EMI)
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                Rs.1,59,932/month
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                Rs.1,64,304/month
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                Insurance
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                Rs.3,10,343
                Rs.3,18,055
                User Rating
                4.4
                Based on 25 Reviews
                4.3
                Based on 80 Reviews
                Brochure
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                B58 Turbocharged I6
                Displacement (cc)
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                1998
                2998
                No. of Cylinders
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                255bhp@4500rpm
                368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                400Nm@1600rpm
                500Nm@1900-5000rpm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                4
                4
                Turbo Charger
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                Twin
                Transmission Type
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                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                8-Speed Steptronic
                Drive Type
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                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
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                Petrol
                Petrol
                Mileage City (kmpl)
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                10.9
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                Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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                15.7
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                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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                13.02
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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                59
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS VI 2.0
                BS VI 2.0
                Top Speed (kmph)
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                253
                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
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                Multi-link suspension
                Rear Suspension
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                Multi-link suspension
                Steering Type
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                Power
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                Steering Column
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                Tilt & telescopic
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                Front Brake Type
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                Disc
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                Rear Brake Type
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                Disc
                Ventilated Disc
                Top Speed (Kmph)
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                253
                0-100kmph (Seconds)
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                4.4 s
                Tyre Size
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                F225/40R19, R255/35R19
                Tyre Type
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                Run flat Radial
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
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                5165
                4709
                Width (mm)
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                2156
                1827
                Height (mm)
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                1518
                1442
                Wheel Base (mm)
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                3105
                2651
                Kerb Weight (kg)
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                1745
                Reported Boot Space (Litres)
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                500
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                Seating Capacity
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                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
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                480
                No. of Doors
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                4
                4
                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
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                YesYes
                Power Boot
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                Yes
                Automatic Climate Control
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                3 Zone
                Remote Trunk Opener
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                Yes
                Low Fuel Warning Light
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                Yes
                Accessory Power Outlet
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                Yes
                Trunk Light
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                Yes
                Vanity Mirror
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                YesYes
                Rear Reading Lamp
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                YesYes
                Rear Seat Headrest
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                Yes
                Adjustable Headrest
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                YesYes
                Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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                Yes
                Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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                Yes
                Rear AC Vents
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                Yes
                Lumbar Support
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                Yes
                Multifunction Steering Wheel
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                YesYes
                Cruise Control
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                Yes
                Parking Sensors
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                Rear
                Front & Rear
                Navigation System
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                Yes
                Foldable Rear Seat
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                40:20:40 Split
                Engine Start Stop Button
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                Yes
                Cooled Glovebox
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                Yes
                Bottle Holder
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                Front & Rear Door
                Front Door
                Voice Commands
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                Yes
                Paddle Shifters
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                Yes
                USB Charger
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Steering Mounted Tripmeter
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                Yes
                Central Console Armrest
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                Yes
                Tailgate Ajar Warning
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                YesYes
                Hands-Free Tailgate
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                No
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                Gear Shift Indicator
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                No
                Rear Curtain
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                No
                Luggage Hook And Net
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                No
                One Touch Operating Power Window
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                Driver's Window
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                Drive Modes
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                4
                Idle Start Stop System
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                Yes
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                Air Conditioner
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                YesYes
                Heater
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                YesYes
                Adjustable Steering
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                YesYes
                KeyLess Entry
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                YesYes
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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                YesYes
                Automatic Headlamps
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                Yes
                Follow Me Home Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Interior
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                Steering WheelBMW 5 Series Steering WheelBMW 3 Series Steering Wheel
                DashBoardBMW 5 Series DashBoardBMW 3 Series DashBoard
                Instrument ClusterBMW 5 Series Instrument ClusterBMW 3 Series Instrument Cluster
                Tachometer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Multi Tripmeter
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                Yes
                Leather Seats
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                Yes
                Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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                Yes
                Glove Box
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                YesYes
                Digital Clock
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                Yes
                Outside Temperature Display
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                Yes
                Digital Odometer
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                Yes
                Driving Experience Control Eco
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                Yes
                Additional Features
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                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
                Digital Cluster
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                Yes
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                Exterior
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                Rear Right SideBMW 5 Series Rear Right SideBMW 3 Series Rear Right Side
                WheelBMW 5 Series WheelBMW 3 Series Wheel
                HeadlightBMW 5 Series HeadlightBMW 3 Series Headlight
                TaillightBMW 5 Series TaillightBMW 3 Series Taillight
                Front Left SideBMW 5 Series Front Left SideBMW 3 Series Front Left Side
                Available Colours
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                Grey5 Series ColoursTanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series Colours
                Body Type
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                Adjustable Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Fog Lights Front
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                Yes
                Rain Sensing Wiper
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                Yes
                Rear Window Defogger
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                Yes
                Alloy Wheels
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                Yes
                Rear Spoiler
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                Yes
                Sun Roof
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                Yes
                Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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                Yes
                Integrated Antenna
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                Yes
                Chrome Grille
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                Yes
                Chrome Garnish
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                Yes
                Projector Headlamps
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                Yes
                Roof Rails
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                Yes
                Heated Wing Mirror
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                Yes
                LED DRLs
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                YesYes
                LED Headlamps
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                YesYes
                LED Taillights
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                YesYes
                LED Fog Lamps
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                Yes
                Additional Features
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                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
                Automatic Headlamps
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                Yes
                Tyre Size
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                F225/40R19, R255/35R19
                Tyre Type
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                Run flat Radial
                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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                YesYes
                Brake Assist
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                Yes
                Central Locking
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                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
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                YesYes
                Anti Theft Alarm
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                YesYes
                No. of Airbags
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                8
                6
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side Airbag Rear
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                YesNo
                Day Night Rear View Mirror
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                Yes
                Seat Belt Warning
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                YesYes
                Door Ajar Warning
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                YesYes
                Traction Control
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                Yes
                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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                Yes
                Engine Immobilizer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                YesYes
                Rear Camera
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                With Guidedlines
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                Anti Theft Device
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                YesYes
                Anti Pinch Power Windows
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                Driver's Window
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                Speed Alert
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                YesYes
                Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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                YesYes
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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                Yes
                Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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                Yes
                Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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                Driver and Passenger
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                Sos Emergency Assistance
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                Yes
                Hill Assist
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                Yes
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                Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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                YesYes
                Curtain Airbag
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                Yes
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                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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                Yes
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                Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
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                5
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
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                YesYes
                Audio System Remote Control
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                Yes
                Integrated 2DIN Audio
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                Yes
                Wireless Phone Charging
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                Yes
                USB And Auxiliary Input
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                Yes
                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                YesYes
                Compass
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                Yes
                Touchscreen
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
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                14.9
                Connectivity
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                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
                Android Auto
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                YesYes
                Apple Car Play
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                YesYes
                No. of Speakers
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                16
                Additional Features
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                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
                Usb Ports
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                YesYes
                Speakers
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

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                Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 5 Series and BMW 3 Series?
                A ) BMW 5 Series price starts at ₹ 72.90 Lakh & BMW 3 Series price starts at ₹ 74.90 Lakh in New Delhi. BMW 5 Series is cheaper between these two cars.
                *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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