Comparing the BMW M340i and the BMW M5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the BMW M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 727 bhp (combined system output) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5. 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 | — | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 8 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | — | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Range | — | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes - Comfort Access |
| 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 | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Glass Sunroof |
| 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 - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive |
| 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 | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
