Comparing the BMW X3 and the BMW iX side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X3 is available at ₹7,499,000, while the BMW iX is priced at ₹11,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW X3 comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the BMW iX's N/A (Electric), producing 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) and 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) 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 | — | 111.5 kWh NMC (xDrive50) / 76.6 kWh (xDrive40) |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 111.5 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~35 min (10-80%) / AC: ~11 hours (22 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (200 kW) |
| Range | — | 630 km - WLTP (xDrive50) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - Adaptive Regen (B mode) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 550 Litres | 500 Litres + 80 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 3150 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 204 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1840 kg | 2530 kg (xDrive50) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 3000 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go | Yes - Driving Assistant Professional |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus |
| 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 | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather | Microfibre / Veganza / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Sky Lounge 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 | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - Integrated LED |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive + ADB |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Surround View |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireArctic Race BlueSophisto GreyStorm BayAlpine WhiteDark GraphiteAventurin Red MetallicDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
