Comparing the BMW M340i and the Volvo EC40 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 Volvo EC40 is priced at ₹5,699,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Volvo EC40's N/A (Electric), producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) respectively. 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 | — | 82 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | AWD (Twin Motor) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front + Rear) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | — |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 670 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 82 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~28 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (150 kW) |
| Range | — | 590 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 452 Litres + 31 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2680 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 154 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 2185 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 4440 mm / 1873 mm / 1596 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2702 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 | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Pilot Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch Central Touchscreen with 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 | Leather / Microfibre Blend |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| 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 | LED Headlamps (Thor's Hammer) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 20-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 - DSTC |
| 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 |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Crystal WhiteSand DuneOnyx BlackVapour GreyDenim Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
