BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mercedes-Benz SL

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and Mercedes-Benz SL. The BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price is Rs. 60.60 Lakh and Mercedes-Benz SL price is Rs. 99.94 Lakh. The BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine is available in 1998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Mercedes-Benz SL is available in 3498 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. 3 Series Gran Limousine provides the mileage of 15.39 kmpl.

3 Series Gran Limousine vs SL Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	3 Series Gran Limousine	SL
Price	Rs. 60.60 Lakh	Rs. 99.94 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1998 cc	3498 cc
Power	255 bhp	312 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

330Li M Sport

Rs. 60.60 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Mercedes-Benz SL

350

Rs. 99.94 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

330Li M Sport

Mercedes-Benz SL

350

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FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	250
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	6.2
Engine	1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	3498 cc, In V Shape
Engine Type	B48 Turbocharged I4
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	255 bhp @ 5000 rpm	312 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	400 Nm @ 1550-4400 rpm	360 Nm @ 4900 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	15.39View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	908
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 7 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Double-joint spring-strut axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction, hydraulically damped torque strut bearingsconstruction	Coil spring with stabilisers
Rear Suspension	Five-link axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction	Coil spring with stabilisers
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6	5.5
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver
Front Tyres	225 / 45 R18	255 / 45 R17
Rear Tyres	255 / 40 R18	255 / 45 R17

Features

Safety

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Yes with Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Fine-wood trim ash Grey-Brown
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic
Power Windows	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All
One Touch Up	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release

Exterior

Lighting

Instrumentation

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	12.3
Gesture Control
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	16
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Carbon Black Metallic
	Portimao Blue Metallic
	Skyscraper Grey Metallic
	Mineral White Metallic

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3 Series Gran Limousine vs SL Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and Mercedes-Benz SL?

BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price is Rs. 60.60 Lakh and Mercedes-Benz SL price is Rs. 99.94 Lakh. Hence BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of 3 Series Gran Limousine compared to SL?

For the 330Li M Sport variant, 1998 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series Gran Limousine produces 255 bhp @ 5000 rpm of power and 400 Nm @ 1550-4400 rpm of torque. For the 350 variant, 3498 cc Petrol engine of SL produces 312 bhp @ 6500 rpm of power and 360 Nm @ 4900 rpm of torque.

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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mercedes-Benz SL

Length (mm)	4823	4562
Width (mm)	2068	1820
Height (mm)	1441	1317
Wheelbase (mm)	2961	2560
Kerb Weight (kg)		1825

Doors (Doors)	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2
Bootspace (litres)		235
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	59	80

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Headlights	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Active
Taillights	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	40000