Comparing the BMW X3 and the BYD Seal 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 BYD Seal is priced at ₹4,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW X3 comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the BYD Seal's N/A (Electric), producing 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) and 308 bhp (RWD) / 523 bhp (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 | — | Blade LFP 82.56 kWh |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual or Single) |
| 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) | 308 bhp (RWD) / 523 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 360 Nm (RWD) / 670 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 82.56 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~26 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC Fast (150 kW) |
| Range | — | 650 km - WLTP (RWD) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 550 Litres | 400 Litres + 50 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 2475 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 204 mm | 150 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1840 kg | 1975 kg (AWD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm | 4800 mm / 1875 mm / 1460 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2920 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go | Yes - Adaptive ADAS |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 15.6-inch Rotating Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | 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 | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Dynaudio 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-C + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) | 235/45 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch 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 - iTAC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | 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 | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey | Aurora WhiteCosmos BlackAtlantic GreyShark Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
