Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Mahindra Marazzo 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 Marazzo is priced at ₹1,406,000. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Marazzo's 1497 cc, producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 120.96 bhp @ 3500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus 17.3 kmpl for the Mahindra Marazzo. 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 | — | 12V Lead-Acid Heavy Duty Battery |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | D15 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 45 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 6-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | 17.3 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 120.96 bhp @ 3500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 300 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 190 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2230 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 4585 × 1866 × 1774 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2760 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Power steering with Tilt-adjustable column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic lock module |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control system |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Semi-Digital Cluster with a 4.2-inch Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Steering-integrated button toggles |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen Infotainment Display system |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Remote operating key entry standard on higher packs |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically adjustable mirror orientation |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Roof-mounted uniform surround cooling vents |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) | Premium Fabric Upholstery |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 4-Speaker audio system setup |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Designated slots for both Front & Rear occupants |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Basic phone and media audio inputs supported |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Front and rear bumpers match vehicle shades |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front & Rear with integrated Cornering Lamps capability |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Dual-chamber Twin-barrel Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Outside mirrors feature integrated turn warning units |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Integrated on the rear windshield |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Large stacked combination Halogen Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) | 215/65 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | Alloy / Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard anchor points located on the second row |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Reverse camera with active guidance lines |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Standard rear parking safety sonar |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey | Iceberg WhiteShimmering SilverOceanic BlackAqua Marine |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
