Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Hyundai CRETA 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 Hyundai CRETA is priced at ₹1,110,998. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Hyundai CRETA's 1497 cc, producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 115 PS @ 6300 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus 17.4 l for the Hyundai CRETA. 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 | 1497 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.5L MPi Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 6-Speed |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | 17.4 l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 115 PS @ 6300 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 143.8 Nm @ 4500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | 6-Speed MT / IVT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 433 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 4330 mm,1790 mm,1635 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Available with Bluelink and SOS buttons |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 26.03 cm (10.25") full digital instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch HD Touchscreen with Navigation |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Available with cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) | Fabric (Base/Mid), Leatherette with piping (Top/Knight edition) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Voice-enabled Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Front and Rear Type-C Fast Chargers |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Supported (via Bluelink, including sunroof and climate control) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Available with cooling function |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Horizon LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Quad Beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and foldable with integrated LED indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Horizon LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) | 205/65 R16 (Base/Mid) | 215/60 R17 (Higher variants) | 215/55 R18 (N Line) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel wheels (Base) | Styled Steel (Mid) | Diamond Cut Alloys (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Available with adaptive guidelines |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey | Titanium blackTitan grey matteAtlas whiteStarry nightTitanium black matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
