Comparing the BMW M340i and the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 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 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is priced at ₹369,899. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10's 998 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 50.4 kW@5600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10. 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 car battery |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | 998 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front‑Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 27 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 5‑speed |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 24.90 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 214 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1210 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 740–757 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2380 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Collapsible/adjustable steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual air conditioning |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | Semi‑digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Manual adjustable ORVMs |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front power windows on most trims |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | Fabric seats |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | Halogen headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Standard halogen combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 145/80 R13 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 airbags standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
