BMW 3 Series vs BMW i4

BMW 3 Series Price starts at Rs. 74.90 Lakh which is Rs. 2.40 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW i4 priced at Rs. 72.50 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl . In technical specifications, BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine. The Comparison BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

3 Series vs i4

Key Highlights 3 Series M340i xDrivei4 eDrive40 M Sport
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 ...
Motor Power ... 210 kW
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 335.25bhp
Range ... 590 km/charge
Charging Time ... 31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)
Top Speed 253 Km/h 190 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl ...
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Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveBMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport
Rating
40 reviews
36 reviews
Brand Name BMW BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 77.50 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc ...
Body Type Sedan,Luxury,SUVAll Sedan Cars Sedan,LuxuryAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 335.25bhp
No Of Cylinders 6 ...
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 ...
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. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,49,920 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 3.15 Lakh i4 Insurance
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Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
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Motor Power
...
210 kW
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
...
Battery Capacity
...
83.9 kWh
Motor Type
...
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
335.25bhp
Range
...
590 km/charge
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
430Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
Battery Warranty
...
8 Year and 160000 km
No Of Cylinders
6
...
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
1-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
1920 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
...
Regenerative Braking
...
Mild Hybrid
...
Charging Time
...
31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)
Fast Charging
...
Charging Port
...
CCS-II
Charging Time (A.C)
...
8H 20 Min -11 kW (0-100%)
Charging Time (D.C)
...
31 Min-200 kW(0-80%)

Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric(Battery)
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
5.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
...
Top Speed
253 Km/h
190 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
...

Suspension Front
3
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
...
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
...
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
...

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
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
Leather Seats
Rear Seat Headrest
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
480 Liters
470 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
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
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
4783*2073*1448 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2540 mm

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
Gear Shift Indicator
Luggage Hook and Net
...
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
...
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
3 Zone
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
3
No of Speakers
16
18
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
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
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
...
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
...
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
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Moon Roof

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
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
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
...
Child Safety Lock
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

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 93 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 4.2 4.1
Performance 4.6 4.1
Comfort 4.6 4.1
Maintenance 3.4 4.1
Safety 4.6 4.1
Features 4.6 4.4
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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 Rs. 2.60 Lakh.
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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