Comparing the BMW M340i and the Citroen eC3 X 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 Citroen eC3 X is priced at ₹1,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Citroen eC3 X's N/A (Electric Vehicle), producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 57 HP (42.5 kW) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 325 km (MIDC claimed range) for the Citroen eC3 X. 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 | N/A (Electric Vehicle) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | FWD |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | — |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 325 km (MIDC claimed range) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | — |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 57 HP (42.5 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 143 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Single-Speed Automatic (Direct Drive) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 29.2 kWh |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 315 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 3,981 × 1,733 × 1,593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2,540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | No — Fixed |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Yes — Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Free-standing Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | — |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | JBL 6-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (Shine variant) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | Projector LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Dual-tone Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes (top variant) |
| 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 | Polar WhitePlatinum GreyCobalt BlueTiger Orange |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
