BMW 3 Series vs Range Rover Velar

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

BMW 3 Series price starts at Rs. 77.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 10.40 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Range Rover Velar, priced at Rs. 87.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 3 Series offers a claimed 13.02 kmpl, while the Range Rover Velar delivers 15.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the 3 Series uses a 2998cc engine producing 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm and the Range Rover Velar a 1997cc engine producing 150bhp@3 750-4 000rpm. If you're deciding between the 3 Series and Range Rover Velar, the 3 Series is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Range Rover Velar stands out for mileage.

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3 Series vs Range Rover Velar Comparison Summary

Specification BMW 3 SeriesRange Rover Velar
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 77.10 LakhRs. 87.50 Lakh
Mileage 13.02 kmpl15.8 kmpl
Engine 2998 cc1997 cc
Max power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm150bhp@3 750-4 000rpm
Top speed 253 Km/h210 Km/h

3 Series vs Range Rover Velar Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveLand Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0 l Diesel Autobiography
Rating
43 reviews
40 reviews
Brand Name BMW Land Rover
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77.10 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 87.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 1997 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 150bhp@3 750-4 000rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 8-Speed AT
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
Land Rover Range Rover Velar Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 15.8 Kmpl
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 Not Available
Boot Space 480 Liters 673 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) Not Available 156 mm
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,49,146 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,69,264 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.27 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 3.67 Lakh Range Rover Velar Insurance
Brochure
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Displacement
2998 cc
1997 cc
Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
TD4 Engine
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
1997 cc
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
150bhp@3 750-4 000rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
430Nm@1750-2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
8-Speed AT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
Yes
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
2003 Kg
Bore X Stroke
Not Available
8392 mm
Turbo Charger
Twin
Yes
Super Charge
Not Available
No
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
ECO | CITY | SPORT
Mild Hybrid
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
8.2 Sec
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
82 Liters
Top Speed
253 Km/h
210 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
15.8 Kmpl

steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack&Pinio
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Not Available
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
6 m
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Not Available
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
No
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
Finisher Shadow Aluminium, Metal Load space Scuff Plate, R Dynamic Metal Front Tread plates, Headlining Morzine, Ebony Headlining, Interior Lighting, Analog Dials With Central TFT Display, Perforated Grained Leather and Suede cloth Seats, 10 Way Seats (8 Ways Electric, 2 Ways Manual), Floor Mats Carpet, Shadow Aluminium trim finisher, Light Oyster Morzine headlining, Ebony perforated grained leather seats with Ebony interior, Lower Touchscreen, Electrically adjustable steering column, Auto-dimming interior rear view mirror, Illuminated vanity mirrors, Cabin Air Ionisation with PM2.5 filter, Bright metal pedals, Premium cabin lighting, Standard IP end caps, Metal front treadplates with R-Dynamic branding, Lockable cooled glovebox,, Rear seat remote release levers,
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Not Available
Leatherette
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)
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
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
480
748
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
480 Liters
673 Liters

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
Style 7014, 7 spoke, Gloss Sparkle Silver, Black contrast roof Acoustic laminated windscreen Rain sensing windscreen wipers Heated, electric, power fold door mirrors with approach lights and auto-dimming driver side Flush deployable door handles Unpainted brake calipers Velar and R-Dynamic badge Heated rear window with timer Tailgate spoiler Powered tailgate / boot lid Rear Axle Open Differential Flush Deploy able Door Handles Door Mirror Approach light Premium LED Headlights 5 spoke with Satin Dark Grey Finish Wheel, Premium LED headlights with signature DRL, Auto High Beam Assist, Automatic Headlight Levelling (AHBA), Headlight power wash
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Not Available
Electronic
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Yes
No
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Available
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
No
Sun Roof
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Tinted Glass
Not Available
Yes
Side Stepper
Not Available
No
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Chrome Grille
Yes
No
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Not Available
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Smoke Headlamps
Not Available
No
Roof Carrier
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Xenon Headlights
Not Available
No
Trunk Light
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Ground Clearance (Laden)
Not Available
156 mm
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
4797*2147*1678 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2750 mm
No. Of Doors
4
5

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Not Available
Sound System 380 W, 11 Speakers, Pro Services and Wi-Fi Hotspot
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
GROUND CLEARANCE – (STANDARD to OFF ROAD) (Approach Angle:- 23.6/22.5 to 25.0/27.5 Departure Angle:- 25.0/24.8 to 27.0/29.5 Ramp Angle:- 19.1/18.3 to 22.0/23.5 Maximum wading depth:- 530/580mm), 40:20:40 split fold rear seat, Rear centre headrest, Passive front headrests, 14-way driver memory front seats with rear power recline
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
No
Rear Curtain
Not Available
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Battery Saver
Not Available
No
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
No
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
Pro Service and WI-FI Hotspot
Smart Entry
Not Available
No
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Available
Massage Seats
Not Available
Front
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
Full
Drive Modes
4
Not Available
Internal Storage
Not Available
No
No of Speakers
16
10
Rear Entertainment System
Not Available
No
Adjustable Steering
Yes
5
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
Style 7014, 7 spoke, Gloss Sparkle Silver, Black contrast roof Acoustic laminated windscreen Rain sensing windscreen wipers Heated, electric, power fold door mirrors with approach lights and auto-dimming driver side Flush deployable door handles Unpainted brake calipers Velar and R-Dynamic badge Heated rear window with timer Tailgate spoiler Powered tailgate / boot lid Rear Axle Open Differential Flush Deploy able Door Handles Door Mirror Approach light Premium LED Headlights 5 spoke with Satin Dark Grey Finish Wheel, Premium LED headlights with signature DRL, Auto High Beam Assist, Automatic Headlight Levelling (AHBA), Headlight power wash
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Yes
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Yes
Rear Folding Table
Not Available
No
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Compass
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
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
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
14.9
11.4 inch
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
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Not Available
Yes
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Cigarette Lighter
Not Available
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
Yes
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
No
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
No
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 and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
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
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) Speed Proportional Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) Single-speed transfer box (high range only) Adaptive Dynamics Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Low traction launch Electronic Traction Control (ETC) Roll Stability Control (RSC) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Electronic Air Suspension Open Differential with Torque Vectoring by Braking, 3D Surround Camera Wade Sensing Terrain Response 2 with Dynamic Program All Terrain Progress Control (ATPC) 360º Parking Aid Park Assist Voice control Electric windows with one-touch open/close and anti-trap Rear Camera, Activity Key 24x7 Road Side Assistance
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
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

grossWeight
Not Available
2590 kg

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Range Rover Velar
  • Arguably one of the best looking SUVs on the road today
  • Plenty of wow features
  • Classy, cushy interiors and enough tech to play around with
  • Petrol and Diesel engines on offer too
Range Rover Velar
  • Now over a crore on road pricing
  • German rivals offer similar luxury at a lesser price

Is BMW 3 Series Better Than Land Rover Range Rover Velar?

50% users have chosen BMW 3 Series over Land Rover Range Rover Velar in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 99 users have also rated BMW 3 Series and Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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 performance in your car. But Land Rover Range Rover Velar is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort, maintenance, safety and features.
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 Range Rover Velar 3 Series
Mileage 4.4 5.0
Performance 4.7 4.3
Comfort 4.7 5.0
Maintenance 3.8 5.0
Safety 4.7 5.0
Features 4.3 5.0
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BMW 3 Series Vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar FAQs

Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
As per the users experiences BMW 3 Series is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your car. But Range Rover Velar is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort, maintenance, safety and features.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
The BMW 3 Series is cheaper than Range Rover Velar by ₹10.40 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW 3 Series vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
The Range Rover Velar delivers better mileage 15.8 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
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 2.0 l Diesel Autobiography version, 1997 cc Diesel engine of Range Rover Velar produces 150bhp@3 750-4 000rpm of power and 430Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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