BMW X1 vs BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs BMW M340i

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW X1, BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and BMW M340i. The BMW X1 price is Rs. 49.90 Lakh, BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price is Rs. 60.60 Lakh and BMW M340i price is Rs. 74.90 Lakh. The BMW X1 is available in 1499 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol, BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine is available in 1998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW M340i is available in 2998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. X1 provides the mileage of 16.35 kmpl, 3 Series Gran Limousine provides the mileage of 15.39 kmpl and M340i provides the mileage of 13.02 kmpl.

X1 vs 3 Series Gran Limousine vs M340i Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	X1	3 Series Gran Limousine	M340i
Price	Rs. 49.90 Lakh	Rs. 60.60 Lakh	Rs. 74.90 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1499 cc	1998 cc	2998 cc
Power	134 bhp	255 bhp	369 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Automatic (TC)	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol

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BMW X1

sDrive18i M Sport

Rs. 49.90 Lakh

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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

330Li M Sport

Rs. 60.60 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW M340i

xDrive

Rs. 74.90 Lakh

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BMW X1

sDrive18i M Sport

BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

330Li M Sport

BMW M340i

xDrive

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)		250
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	9.2	6.2	4.4
Engine	1499 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	2998 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	TwinPower Turbo 3-Cylinder engine	B48 Turbocharged I4	B58 Turbocharged I6
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm	255 bhp @ 5000 rpm	369 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm	400 Nm @ 1550-4400 rpm	500 Nm @ 1900-5000 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	16.35View Mileage Details	15.39View Mileage Details	13.02View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	834	908	768
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Single-joint Spring-strut Axle	Double-joint spring-strut axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction, hydraulically damped torque strut bearingsconstruction	Double-joint spring strut axle, hydraulically damped torque strut bearing
Rear Suspension	Multi-arm Axle with Separate Spring and Damper	Five-link axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction	Five-link axle
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.8	6	6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Space Saver	Space Saver
Front Tyres	225 / 55 R18	225 / 45 R18	225 / 40 R19
Rear Tyres	225 / 55 R18	255 / 40 R18	255 / 35 R19

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

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

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold	Auto Hold	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera	Reverse Camera	360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets		2	2

Lighting

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

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

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

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.7	12.3
Gesture Control
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	12	16	16
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Mobile App Features

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)	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)	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)	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)	12 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather	Leather + Alcantara
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Mesheffect/Pearl Chrome	Fine-wood trim ash Grey-Brown
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder	With Cup Holder	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split	40:20:40 split	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

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

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

Black Sapphire Metallic	Carbon Black Metallic	Tanzanite Blue Metallic
M Portimao Blue Metallic	Portimao Blue Metallic	Dravit Grey Metallic
Storm Bay Metallic	Skyscraper Grey Metallic	Arctic Race Blue
Space Silver Metallic	Mineral White Metallic	Black Sapphire Metallic
Alpine White	Mineral White Metallic	Fire Red

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.5/5

14 Ratings

4.8/5

10 Ratings

5.0/5

2 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.6Exterior	4.7Exterior
	4.4Comfort	4.7Comfort
	4.1Performance	4.7Performance
	4.1Fuel Economy	4.0Fuel Economy
	4.5Value for Money	4.6Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

BMW x1 review

It's a very good car having both interior and exterior nice designs and very comfortable, smooth, good mileage. Just go for it without any doubt. I'm sure will be never disappointed by this car.

BMW is a Class apart, Just go for it

The BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine is a luxurious and powerful sedan that offers an impressive driving experience. Here is a brief review of this car, covering all aspects Buying experience: Buying a BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine is a seamless experience with BMW's efficient sales and after-sales service. The BMW Brand is Known for its quality and the dealership experience reflects that. Driving Experience: The BMW 3 Series Gran limousine provides a smooth and refined driving experience with its powerful engine and advanced suspension system. It offers precise handling and excellent grip, making it an ideal car for long drives and daily commutes Looks and performance: The BMW 3 Series looks stunning with its signature kidney grille and sharp LED headlights. The cabin is spacious and luxurious, with leather upholstery and advanced technology features. Under the hood, it is equipped with a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine that produces 258 horsepower and 400Nm of torque. Servicing and maintenance: BMW provides excellent after-sales services, with scheduled maintenance plans and warranty programs that cover all aspects of the car Pros and Cons: Pros of the BMW include its luxurious and spacious cabin impressive driving experience, and advanced technology features. The only potential downside is its higher price compared to some competitors

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X1 vs 3 Series Gran Limousine vs M340i Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between BMW X1, BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and BMW M340i?

BMW X1 price is Rs. 49.90 Lakh, BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price is Rs. 60.60 Lakh and BMW M340i price is Rs. 74.90 Lakh. Hence BMW X1 is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: Which car between X1, 3 Series Gran Limousine and M340i is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the sDrive18i M Sport variant, mileage of X1 is 16.35kmpl, for the 330Li M Sport variant, mileage of 3 Series Gran Limousine is 15.39kmpl and for the xDrive variant, mileage of M340i is 13.02kmpl. Thus making X1 the most fuel efficient as compared to 3 Series Gran Limousine and M340i

Q: How is the performance of X1 compared to 3 Series Gran Limousine and M340i?

For the sDrive18i M Sport variant, 1499 cc Petrol engine of X1 produces 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm of power and 230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm of torque. 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 xDrive variant, 2998 cc Petrol engine of M340i produces 369 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm of power and 500 Nm @ 1900-5000 rpm of torque.

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BMW X1 vs BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs BMW M340i

Length (mm)	4500	4823	4713
Width (mm)	1845	2068	1827
Height (mm)	1630	1441	1440
Wheelbase (mm)	2692	2961	2851

Doors (Doors)	5	4	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2	2
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	51	59	59

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic	Panoramic	Electrically Adjustable
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey

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

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
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

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage

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