Comparing the BMW M340i and the Hyundai Aura 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 Hyundai Aura is priced at ₹649,002. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Hyundai Aura's 1197 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 17 kmpl for the Hyundai Aura. 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 | — | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 37 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | 5-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 402 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 978 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 3995 mm, 1680 mm, 1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Higher variants) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | Analog with 3.5-inch Multi-Information Display (MID) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop button |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Smart Key with Push Button Start/Stop |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Available with Cup Holders |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 4-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Fast USB Charger (Type-C) |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Supported via smartphone integration |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Available in mid and top trims |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | Halogen / Projector (Higher variants) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/60 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Available in higher variants |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Available in higher variants |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Available in higher variants |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline TPMS |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Typhoon SilverStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
