BMW 3 Series vs BMW X7

Last Updated: September 13, 2026

BMW 3 Series price starts at Rs. 77.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 48.71 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW X7, priced at Rs. 1.26 Crore. In terms of mileage, the 3 Series offers a claimed 13.02 kmpl, while the X7 delivers 11.29 kmpl. On the performance front, the 3 Series uses a 2998cc engine producing 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm and the X7 a 2998cc engine producing 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm. If you're deciding between the 3 Series and X7, the 3 Series is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the X7 stands out for performance.

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3 Series vs X7 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW 3 SeriesBMW X7
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 77.10 LakhRs. 1.26 Crore
Mileage 13.02 kmpl11.29 kmpl
Engine 2998 cc2998 cc
Max power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm
Top speed 253 Km/h245 Km/h

3 Series vs X7 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveBMW X7 xDrive40i M Sport Signature
Rating
43 reviews
38 reviews
Brand Name BMW BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77.10 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.26 Crore Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 2998 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 8-Speed
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
BMW X7 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 11.29 Kmpl
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 285/45 R21
Boot Space 480 Liters Not Available
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. 2,43,373 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.27 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 5.14 Lakh X7 Insurance
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Displacement
2998 cc
2998 cc
Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
3.0 L 6-cylinder
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
2998 cc
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
520Nm@1850-5000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
8-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Paddle Shift
Yes
Yes
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Twin
Yes
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT and ADAPTIVE
Mild Hybrid
No
Not Available

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

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
21
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
21
Suspension Rear
Not Available
6
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Not Available
Electric
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
285/45 R21
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Radial & Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
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
"Door sill finishers with M designation,Individual Extended Leather Trim Merino,BMW Individual Headliner Alcantara Anthracite,Vehicle key with exclusive M lettering,BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Floor mats in Velour,Glass application CraftedClarity for interior elements,3rd Row seats fully foldable into floor of luggage compartment and dividable by 50:50,M Leather steering wheel including multifunction buttons, an M badge, steering wheel rim in leather ‘Walknappa’ Black with black stitching and contoured thumb rests,Power socket (12 V) 1x centre console front, centre console rear, luggage compartment on righ,Effective reduction of noise level in the interior,Less noise in the interior created by wind and engine,A comfortably peaceful ambience,Widescreen Curved Display,Fully Digital 12.3” Instrument Display,Navigation Function with 3D maps, Touch
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Ambient light,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Not Available
Digital Odometer
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Not Available
Cargo Volume
480
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
6
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
480 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
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
`M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and wheel arch trims in body color, M designation on the sides, M Sport brake with blue painted brake callipers with M designation, Specific design elements in Black Chrome and Dark Shadow metallic, Tailpipe trim strip in M Sport package specific geometry, Fully Adaptive LED Headlights, Aluminium Running Board, Two part tailgate, Panorama 3part glass roof, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, with a light graphic composed of over 15,000 lighting elements, BMW Individual roof rails High Gloss Shadow Line, Fine wood trim Fineline Black with metal effect High Gloss
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Yes
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Garnish
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
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
Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Chrome Grille
Yes
Not Available
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Not Available
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Yes
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
5181*2000*1835 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
3105 mm
No. Of Doors
4
5

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Not Available
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
Not Available
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Curtain
Not Available
Available
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
BMW Gesture Control, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, Drive Recorder, Anti-Theft Recorder, Surround view cameras with 360 degree view including top view, panorama view and 3D view
Smart Entry
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
4
5
No of Speakers
16
16
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
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
`M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and wheel arch trims in body color, M designation on the sides, M Sport brake with blue painted brake callipers with M designation, Specific design elements in Black Chrome and Dark Shadow metallic, Tailpipe trim strip in M Sport package specific geometry, Fully Adaptive LED Headlights, Aluminium Running Board, Two part tailgate, Panorama 3part glass roof, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, with a light graphic composed of over 15,000 lighting elements, BMW Individual roof rails High Gloss Shadow Line, Fine wood trim Fineline Black with metal effect High Gloss
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Cupholders
Not Available
Front Only
Rear Window Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Not Available
Driving Experience Control Eco
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Heated Seats
Not Available
Front Only
Compass
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Not Available
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt &Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
14.9
14.9 inch
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Front
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
Yes
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
Yes
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
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
9
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
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
Cruise Control with braking function,Launch Control Function,Integrated Brake System,Fully Integrated High Beam Assistant,Rain sensor and automatic driving lights,Sun Protection Glazing,anti-dazzle function (drivers side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror,Brake Energy Regeneration,Active Park Distance Control,Head airbags for 1st and 2nd seat row,Automatic Differential Brake,Active Protection with Attentiveness Assistant,Cornering Brake Control (CBC) and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC,Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function,ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats 2nd seat row and 3rd seat row,Warning triangle with first-aid kit,M Sport Brake
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Lane Watch Camera
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Not Available
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 X7 Better Than BMW 3 Series?

100% users have chosen BMW X7 over BMW 3 Series in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 98 users have also rated BMW X7 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 3 Series has out rated BMW X7 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 X7 3 Series
Mileage 3.3 4.4
Performance 3.3 4.7
Comfort 3.3 4.7
Maintenance 3.3 3.8
Safety 3.8 4.7
Features 3.8 4.3
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BMW 3 Series Vs BMW X7 FAQs

Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs BMW X7?
BMW 3 Series has out rated BMW X7 on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs BMW X7?
The BMW 3 Series is cheaper than BMW X7 by ₹48.71 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW 3 Series vs BMW X7?
The BMW 3 Series delivers better mileage 13.02 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs BMW X7?
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 xDrive40i M Sport Signature version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of X7 produces 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm of power and 520Nm@1850-5000rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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