BMW 3 Series vs BMW i4

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

BMW 3 Series price starts at Rs. 77.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 40,000 cheaper than the base variant of BMW i4, priced at Rs. 77.50 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the 3 Series returns a claimed 13.02 kmpl, while the i4 offers a claimed 590 km/charge. On the performance front, the 3 Series uses a 2998cc engine producing 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm and the i4 a 83.9kWh battery producing 335.25bhp. If you're deciding between the 3 Series and i4, the 3 Series is the better pick for affordability and top speed.

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3 Series vs i4 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW 3 SeriesBMW i4
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 77.10 LakhRs. 77.50 Lakh
Mileage / Range 13.02 kmpl590 km/charge
Engine / Battery 2998 cc83.9 kWh
Max power / Motor 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm335.25bhp
Top speed 253 Km/h190 Km/h

3 Series vs i4 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveBMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport
Rating
43 reviews
38 reviews
Brand Name BMW BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77.10 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 77.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc Not Available
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 335.25bhp
No Of Cylinders 6 Not Available
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 1-Speed
Drive Type 4WD RWD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
BMW i4 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Electric(Battery)
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18
Boot Space 480 Liters 470 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 1,49,146 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,49,920 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance 3 Series Insurance i4 Insurance
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Displacement
2998 cc
Not Available
Battery Type
Not Available
Lithium-Ion
Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
Not Available
Motor Power
Not Available
210 kW
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
83.9 kWh
Motor Type
Not Available
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
335.25bhp
Range
Not Available
590 km/charge
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
430Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
Battery Warranty
Not Available
8 Year and 160000 km
No Of Cylinders
6
Not Available
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
1-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
No
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
Not Available
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
1920 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Not Available
Regenerative Braking
Not Available
Yes
Mild Hybrid
No
Not Available
Charging Time
Not Available
31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)
Fast Charging
Not Available
No
Charging Port
Not Available
CCS-II
Charging Time (A.C)
Not Available
8H 20 Min -11 kW (0-100%)
Charging Time (D.C)
Not Available
31 Min-200 kW(0-80%)

Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric(Battery)
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
5.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
253 Km/h
190 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
Not Available

Suspension Front
Not Available
3
Suspension Rear
Not Available
4
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Not Available
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Not Available

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
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
Galvanic 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 ta
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Not Available
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Interior Lighting
Ambient light,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
480
470
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
480 Liters
470 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Not Available
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
18" 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,
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Yes
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Yes
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Sun Roof
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Yes
Yes
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Yes
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
4783*2073*1448 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2540 mm
No. Of Doors
4
4

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
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
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
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
17 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 op
Smart Entry
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
3 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Semi
Drive Modes
4
3
No of Speakers
16
18
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Power Boot
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional 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
18" 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,
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco
Yes
Yes
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
Yes
Compass
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
14.9
14.9
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Not Available
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Moon Roof
Yes
Yes

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Not Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
Yes
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Front
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
8
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Not Available
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
Three-point seat belts for all seats, including belt stopper, belt latch tensioner & belt force limiter, ISOFIX child seat mounting for outer rear seats, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with extended contents such as: (Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Automatic Stability Control (ASC), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, Airbags: (Airbags for driver and front passenger, Side airbags for driver and front passenger, Head airbags for 1st and 2nd seat row), Adaptive Recuperation System, Rear-view camera integrated into the BMW badge, Parking Assistant with lateral parking aid, Keyless Start/Stop button in blue, Reversing Assistant
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Yes
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Yes
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
Yes
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Yes
Not Available

Is BMW 3 Series Better Than BMW I4?

100% users have chosen BMW 3 Series over BMW i4 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 103 users have also rated BMW 3 Series and BMW i4 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences BMW 3 Series is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. But BMW i4 is better on the grounds of maintenance.
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 i4
Mileage 4.4 4.2
Performance 4.7 4.3
Comfort 4.7 4.3
Maintenance 3.8 4.3
Safety 4.7 4.3
Features 4.3 3.4
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Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs BMW i4?
As per the users experiences BMW 3 Series is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. But BMW i4 is better on the grounds of maintenance.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs BMW i4?
The BMW 3 Series is cheaper than BMW i4 by ₹40,000.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs BMW i4?
As per the users experiences the BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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