Lexus NX vs BMW 3 Series [2007-2009]

CarWale brings you comparison of Lexus NX and BMW 3 Series [2007-2009]. The Lexus NX price is Rs. 68.02 Lakh and BMW 3 Series [2007-2009] price is Rs. 24.64 Lakh. The Lexus NX is available in 2487 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) and BMW 3 Series [2007-2009] is available in 1995 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and Diesel. NX provides the mileage of 17.8 kmpl and 3 Series [2007-2009] provides the mileage of 8.8 kmpl.

NX vs 3 Series [2007-2009] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	NX	3 Series [2007-2009]
Price	Rs. 68.02 Lakh	Rs. 24.64 Lakh
Engine Capacity	2487 cc	1995 cc
Power	188 bhp	-
Transmission	Automatic (e-CVT)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)	Petrol

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Lexus NX

350h Exquisite

Rs. 68.02 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW 3 Series [2007-2009]

320i Sedan

Rs. 24.64 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Lexus NX

350h Exquisite

BMW 3 Series [2007-2009]

320i Sedan

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	7.7
Engine	2487 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1995 cc, 4 Cylinders 4 Valves/Cylinder
Engine Type	2.5L 2AR-FXE I4
Fuel Type	Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	188 bhp @ 6000-4500 rpm	156@6400
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	239 Nm @ 4300-4500 rpm	200@3600
Electric Motor Assist	180 bhp 270 Nm
Max Motor Performance	240 bhp
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	17.8View Mileage Details	8.8View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	997
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (e-CVT) - 6 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Battery	1.6 kWh, Lithium Ion, 259 Volt,Battery Placed Under Rear Seats
Electric Motor	2 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At One motor each on front and rear axle
Others	Idle Start/Stop, Pure Electric Driving Mode

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	Double-joint spring strut front axle
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone	Five-link rear Suspension
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.8
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Alloy
Front Tyres	235 / 50 R20	205 / 50 R16
Rear Tyres	235 / 50 R20	205 / 50 R16

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Lane Departure Prevention
Airbags	8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Center)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Electronic Parking Brake	Yes with Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	1

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, seat base angle: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	8 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Hazel, Dark Rose, Black, Solis White,
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

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

Exterior

Lighting

Instrumentation

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

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Black	Monaco Blue
	Graphite Black Glass Flake	Sparkling Graphire
	Celestial Blue Glass Flake	Black Sapphire
	Sonic Chrome	Titanium Silver
	Sonic Titanium
	Blazing Carnelian Contrast Layering
	Sonic Quartz
	Madder Red

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NX vs 3 Series [2007-2009] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Lexus NX and BMW 3 Series [2007-2009]?

Lexus NX price is Rs. 68.02 Lakh and BMW 3 Series [2007-2009] price is Rs. 24.64 Lakh. Hence BMW 3 Series [2007-2009] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: Which car between NX and 3 Series [2007-2009] is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the 350h Exquisite variant, mileage of NX is 17.8kmpl and for the 320i Sedan variant, mileage of 3 Series [2007-2009] is 8.8kmpl. Thus making NX the most fuel efficient as compared to 3 Series [2007-2009]

Q: How is the performance of NX compared to 3 Series [2007-2009]?

For the 350h Exquisite variant, 2487 cc Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) engine of NX produces 188 bhp @ 6000-4500 rpm of power and 239 Nm @ 4300-4500 rpm of torque. For the 320i Sedan variant, 1995 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series [2007-2009] produces 156@6400 of power and 200@3600 of torque.

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Lexus NX vs BMW 3 Series [2007-2009]

Length (mm)	4660	4531
Width (mm)	1865	1817
Height (mm)	1670	1421
Wheelbase (mm)	2690	2760
Ground Clearance (mm)	195
Kerb Weight (kg)	1785

Doors (Doors)	5	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2
Bootspace (litres)	520
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	55	63

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)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey

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

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	LCD Display
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	10
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility

Battery Warranty (In Years)	8
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	160000
Warranty (In Years)	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000