Comparing the BMW M340i and the Volvo EX30 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 EX30 is priced at ₹3,499,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Volvo EX30's N/A (Electric), producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 268 bhp (Single Motor) / 421 bhp (Twin Motor Performance) 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 | — | 51 kWh / 69 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | RWD (Single) / AWD (Twin) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Single or Dual) |
| 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 | 268 bhp (Single Motor) / 421 bhp (Twin Motor Performance) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 343 Nm (Single) / 543 Nm (Twin) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~26 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (153 kW) |
| Range | — | 480 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 318 Litres + 7 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2290 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 175 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 1800 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 4233 mm / 1837 mm / 1550 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2650 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 Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 12.3-inch Integrated Central Display (portrait) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Pilot Assist ADAS |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes - Digital Key (Phone) |
| 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 | Microtech / Partial Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 9-Speaker 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 (Thor's Hammer) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | LED Headlamps with Thor's Hammer DRL |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| 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 - ESC + DTC |
| 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 | Crystal WhiteOnyx BlackVapour GreyCloud BlueSand Dune |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
