Comparing the BMW M340i and the MG Astor 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 MG Astor is priced at ₹1,101,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the MG Astor's 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo), producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI for the MG Astor. 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 | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 48 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic / CVT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 443 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 183 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 1250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2585 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| 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 | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes |
| 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 | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Infinity 6-Speaker System |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
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 | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| 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) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes |
| 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 | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
