Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Diesel 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 Velar Dynamic SE Diesel is priced at ₹9,430,000. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Diesel's 1,999 cc, producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 201 bhp @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series versus 15.2 kmpl for the Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Diesel. 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 with Mild Hybrid system |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 2.0L Inline 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 60 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 201 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Start |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 430 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| 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 | 558 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 251 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 1,857 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 4,797 mm × 2,032 mm × 1,665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2,874 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Power-adjustable with memory |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Four-zone automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Pivi Pro touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto |
| 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) | leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Meridian Sound System or 3D Surround Sound |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Multiple |
| 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 | Front and Rear fog lights |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED headlights with DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Alloys |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels | 20-inch alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 airbags standard |
| 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 (Front & rear) |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey | Fuji White, Santorini Black, Carpathian Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
