Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) 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 Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition)'s 4999 cc (V8 Petrol) / 2997 cc (Diesel), producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 518-575 bhp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus 8-12 km/l for the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition). 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 / Mild Hybrid Battery |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | 4999 cc (V8 Petrol) / 2997 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 5.0L Supercharged V8 Petrol / 3.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 86 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-speed |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | 8-12 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 8 (V8 Petrol) / 6 (Diesel) |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 518-575 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Start |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 625 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 909 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 2,500 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 5,200 mm x 2,073 mm x 1,870 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 3,120 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Power Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Pivi Pro Touchscreen System |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) | Premium Windsor Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Meridian Surround Sound System |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Multiple USB ports |
| 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 | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED with Signature DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Gloss Black Roof Rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Yes |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) | 22-inch or 23-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Run-Flat Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | Gloss Black Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Multiple Airbags |
| 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 | Santorini Black, Narvik Black, and other dark-themed colors |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
