BMW 3 Series vs BMW 5 Series

BMW 3 Series Price starts at Rs. 74.90 Lakh which is Rs. 2.00 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW 5 Series priced at Rs. 72.90 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of BMW 5 Series (Petrol Model) is 15.7 kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine , while BMW 5 Series (Top Model) is powered by 1998 cc engine. The Comparison BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs BMW 5 Series 530Li can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

3 Series vs 5 Series

Key Highlights 3 Series M340i xDrive5 Series 530Li
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 ...
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 255bhp@4500rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl ...
  1. Home ›
  2. New Cars ›
  3. Compare Cars ›
  4. BMW 3 Series vs BMW 5 Series

3 Series vs 5 Series Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveBMW 5 Series 530Li
Rating
40 reviews
13 reviews
Brand Name BMW BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 72.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 1998 cc
Body Type Sedan,Luxury,SUVAll Sedan Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 255bhp@4500rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic ...
Drive Type 4WD RWD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
BMW 5 Series Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 ...
Boot Space 480 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes ...
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,41,021 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 3.10 Lakh 5 Series Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
Download Brochure

Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
...
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
1998 cc
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
255bhp@4500rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
400Nm@1600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
...
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
...
Turbo Charger
Twin
...
Mild Hybrid

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
...
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
...
Top Speed
253 Km/h
...
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
...
Mileage (City)
...
10.9 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
15.7 kmpl

Suspension Front
...
Suspension Rear
...
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Steering Type
...
Power
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
...
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
...

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
...
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
...
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
480 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
...
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
...
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
5165*2156*1518 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
3105 mm

Connectivity
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
...
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
...
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
...
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
...
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
4
...
No of Speakers
16
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
...
Tilt & telescopic
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
...
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
...
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
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
8
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
...
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
...
3

Is BMW 5 Series Better Than BMW 3 Series?

77% users have chosen BMW 5 Series over BMW 3 Series in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 65 users have also rated BMW 5 Series 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 5 Series has out rated BMW 3 Series 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 5 Series 3 Series
Comfort 5.0 4.6
Safety 5.0 4.6
Features 5.0 4.6
Image
Do you own a Car or a Bike?
  • Interact with community
  • Become a Top Contributor
Add Car Add Bike

Latest News on BMW 3 Series and BMW 5 Series

BMW 3 Series Vs BMW 5 Series FAQs

Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs BMW 5 Series?
BMW 5 Series has out rated BMW 3 Series on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series is cheaper than BMW 3 Series by Rs. 2.00 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs BMW 5 Series?
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 530Li version, 1998 cc Petrol engine of 5 Series produces 255bhp@4500rpm of power and 400Nm@1600rpm of torque

Images of BMW 3 Series and BMW 5 Series

Which one do you like more?
5 Series
5 Series
3 Series
3 Series
×
Select Category
✖
✖