Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Citroen eC3 X side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW 3 Series is available at ₹5,799,000, while the Citroen eC3 X is priced at ₹1,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Citroen eC3 X's N/A (Electric Vehicle), producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 57 HP (42.5 kW) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus 325 km (MIDC claimed range) for the Citroen eC3 X. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1998 cc | N/A (Electric Vehicle) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | — |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | 325 km (MIDC claimed range) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 57 HP (42.5 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 143 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Single-Speed Automatic (Direct Drive) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 29.2 kWh |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 315 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 3,981 × 1,733 × 1,593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2,540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | No — Fixed |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Yes — Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Free-standing Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) | — |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | JBL 6-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (Shine variant) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Projector LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Dual-tone Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes (top variant) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey | Polar WhitePlatinum GreyCobalt BlueTiger Orange |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
