Comparing the BMW 3 Series and the Volvo EC40 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 Volvo EC40 is priced at ₹5,699,000. On the engine front, the BMW 3 Series comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Volvo EC40's N/A (Electric), producing 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) and 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) respectively. 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 | — | 82 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | AWD (Twin Motor) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front + Rear) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) | 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 670 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 82 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~28 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (150 kW) |
| Range | — | 590 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 452 Litres + 31 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2680 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 154 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1535 kg | 2185 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm | 4440 mm / 1873 mm / 1596 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2702 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Pilot Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch Central Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| 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 / Microfibre Blend |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-C |
| 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 (Thor's Hammer) |
| 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) | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| 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 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - DSTC |
| 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey | Crystal WhiteSand DuneOnyx BlackVapour GreyDenim Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
