BMW 3 Series vs BMW 6 Series

BMW 3 Series Price starts at Rs. 74.90 Lakh which is Rs. 1.40 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW 6 Series priced at Rs. 73.50 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of BMW 6 Series (Diesel Model) is 18.65 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine , while BMW 6 Series (Top Model) is powered by 1998 cc engine. The Comparison BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs BMW 6 Series GT 620d M Sport Signature can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

3 Series vs 6 Series

Key Highlights 3 Series M340i xDrive6 Series GT 620d M Sport Signature
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder engine
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 187.743bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 18.65 Kmpl
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Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveBMW 6 Series GT 620d M Sport Signature
Rating
40 reviews
49 reviews
Brand Name BMW BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 78.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 1995 cc
Body Type Sedan,Luxury,SUVAll Sedan Cars Sedan,Luxury,CoupeAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 187.743bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 8-Speed Steptronic Sport AT
Drive Type 4WD RWD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
BMW 6 Series Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 18.65 Kmpl
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 F245/45 R19,R275/40 R19
Boot Space 480 Liters 650 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,52,628 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 3.33 Lakh 6 Series Insurance
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Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder engine
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
1995 cc
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
187.743bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
400Nm@1750-2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
8-Speed Steptronic Sport AT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Valve Configuration
...
DOHC
Paddle Shift
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
1885 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Mild Hybrid
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
6.5 Sec
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
68 Liters
Top Speed
253 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
18.65 Kmpl

Suspension Front
3
Suspension Rear
...
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
...
Power
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
F245/45 R19,R275/40 R19
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Runflat Tyres

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
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
Black, Excl. Leather ‘Nappa’ Ivory White exclusive stitching/piping in contrast
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
Rear Seat Headrest
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
4
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
480 Liters
650 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
...
Smart
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
BMW Kidney Grille with vertical slats in Black High-Gloss,M door sill finishers, illuminated,M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and rear apron with diffuser insert in Dark Shadow metallic,‘M’ designation on the side panels in chrome,M Sport brake with brake callipers in Dark Blue metallic and M logo,Mirror base, B-pillar finisher and window guide rail in black High-Gloss,Trapezoidal tailpipe finishers in chrome,Window recess cover and finisher for window frame in Black High-Gloss,BMW Laserlight with LED low-beam headlights, LED high-beam headlights with laser module with up to 650m range, 4 LED daytime running light rings,LED direction indicator and LED cornering light including Auto High Beam Assistance. Includes adaptive headlights function, blue laser design element and exclusive BMW Laserlight signature,Frameless windows,Heat protection glazing,Active Air Stream
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
5091*1902*1538 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2741 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
124 mm

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
...
"BMW Apps, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system (600 W, 16 loudspeakers), iDrive with 25.9cm colour display, DVD drive and integrated hard drive for maps and audio files, "
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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
Height adjustable Suspension,Automatic lowering of vehicle at higher speeds,Launch Control,Servotronic steering assist,Electrically Reclining Rear Seats with added comfort
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
Rear Curtain
...
Available
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Battery Saver
...
Lane Change 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
Harman Kardon Surround Sound systemm,iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition, High-resolution (1920x720 pixels) 31 cm 12.3” Control Display,BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with 3D maps,BMW Virtual Assistant,Screen Mirroring - transfer from screen of a suitable mobile device into the rear display,Wireless charging with extended functionality,2 x USB connections in centre console
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
5 Zone
Massage Seats
...
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
...
Semi
Drive Modes
4
6
Internal Storage
...
No of Speakers
16
16
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
...
Tilt
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
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Dual Trip Meter
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
...
Driver's Seat Only
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
DVD Playback
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
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
Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold Function, Car key with exclusive M logo,Park Distance Control (PDC) front and rear,Brake Energy Regeneration,Active front seat headrests,Active Park Distance Control, rear,Head airbags front and rear,Airbag, passenger side, deactivatable via key,Dynamic Braking lights,Attentiveness Assistant BMW Condition Based Service,Cornering Brake Control,Electric Parking brake with auto hold function,Emergency Spare Wheel,Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls,Warning triangle with first-aid kit,BMW Secure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine Secure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-One,Road Side Assistance 24x7
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
...
Both
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
BMW 6 Series
  • Design
  • Sports car capability and sedan practicality
  • Snob value
BMW 6 Series
  • Ground clearance

Is BMW 6 Series Better Than BMW 3 Series?

67% users have chosen BMW 6 Series over BMW 3 Series in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 141 users have also rated BMW 6 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 6 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 3 Series 6 Series
Mileage 4.3 4.2
Performance 4.9 4.6
Comfort 4.8 4.6
Maintenance 3.9 3.4
Safety 4.8 4.6
Features 4.9 4.6
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Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs BMW 6 Series?
BMW 6 Series has out rated BMW 3 Series on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs BMW 6 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is cheaper than BMW 6 Series by Rs. 4.00 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW 3 Series vs BMW 6 Series?
The BMW 6 Series delivers better mileage 18.65 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs BMW 6 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 GT 620d M Sport Signature version, 1995 cc Diesel engine of 6 Series produces 187.743bhp@4000rpm of power and 400Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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