Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz V-Class is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz V-Class's 1950 cc, producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus 14.2 kmpl (est.) for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. 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 | 1950 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 2.0L OM654 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | 14.2 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 500 Nm @ 1600-2400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 1410 Litres (all seats removed) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 173 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 2250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 5370 mm / 1928 mm / 1899 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 3430 mm (Extralong) |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control (4 separate AC zones) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes - Captain Seats |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Individual 4-Zone |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - Executive Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Burmester 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) | 235/55 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
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 - ESP |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey | Obsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverAlpine GreyVintage blueArctic WhiteSteel BlueHyacinth RedSodalite BlueGraphite GreyRock Crystal White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
