Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Nissan Magnite 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 Nissan Magnite is priced at ₹638,000. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Nissan Magnite's 999 cc, producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 71 bhp @ 6125 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus 20.02 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 17.86 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI for the Nissan Magnite. 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 | 999 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.0L HR10 NA / 1.0L HR10 Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 40 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT / CVT |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | 20.02 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 17.86 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 71 bhp @ 6125 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (mid+) |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 96 Nm @ 3600 rpm (NA) / 160 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic (AMT/CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 336 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1475 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 975 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 3994 mm / 1758 mm / 1572 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2500 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC (base) / Automatic (top) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes (top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes (top) |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| 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 DRLs (top) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| 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) | 195/65 R15 (base) / 195/60 R16 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | 15-inch / 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags (4 on top) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes (top) |
| 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 | Pearl WhiteStorm WhiteBlade SilverOnyx BlackFlare Garnet RedOlive BronzeMetallic GreySunrise Copper Orange |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.9 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
