Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 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 Maruti Suzuki Fronx is priced at ₹684,998. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Fronx's 1197 cc (1.2L), producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 73.6 kW@5500rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx. 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 |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | 1197 cc (1.2L) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.2 L K-Series (Petrol) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 37 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Petrol+CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed MT, 5-Speed AMT, 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 (1.2L) / 3 (1.0L Turbo) |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 73.6 kW@5500rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 147.6@2000 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 308 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1480 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 965–1060 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | Length: 3995 mm • Width: 1765 mm • Height: 1550 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Analog with MID / Digital (variant-wise) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes (select variants) |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette (variant-wise) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 6-speaker premium audio |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | — |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (higher variants) |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| 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° | Yes |
| 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 | Nexa BlueOpulent RedArctic WhiteEarthen BrownSplendid SilverGrandeur GreyBluish BlackEarthen Brown with Bluish Black RoofSplendid Silver with Bluish Black RoofOpulent Red + Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
