Comparing the BMW M340i and the BMW X5 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 X5 is priced at ₹9,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the BMW X5's 2998 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5. 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 | 2998 cc | 2998 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 83 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 645 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2870 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 2210 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2975 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 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 | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Auto Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes - DBC + fading compensation |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |











