Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Mahindra Bolero Neo 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 Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus 17 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero Neo. 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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| Battery | — | Standard 12V automotive battery configuration |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically adjustable side mirrors |
| Power Windows | Yes | Standard front and rear electric power windows equipped with an auto-delayed power function |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated central armrests are installed for both front row seats and the second-row middle bench seat on upper variants |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) | Premium fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Available via built-in Voice Messaging alert software |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | X-shaped body-colored bumpers fitted with distinct black wrap cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the headlamp cluster assembly |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Stylish front bumper-integrated fog lamps |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Availble |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture |
| EBD | Yes | Availble |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard dedicated mounting anchors installed across the second-row seating bench |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Reverse sonar parking assist sensor matrix |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
