Comparing the BMW X3 and the Hyundai CRETA 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 Hyundai CRETA is priced at ₹1,110,998. On the engine front, the BMW X3 comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Hyundai CRETA's 1497 cc, producing 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) and 115 PS @ 6300 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3 versus 17.4 l for the Hyundai CRETA. 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 | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.5L MPi Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 6-Speed |
| Mileage | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 17.4 l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) | 115 PS @ 6300 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 143.8 Nm @ 4500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | 6-Speed MT / IVT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 550 Litres | 433 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 204 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1840 kg | 1230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm | 4330 mm,1790 mm,1635 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Available with Bluelink and SOS buttons |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 26.03 cm (10.25") full digital instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch HD Touchscreen with Navigation |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Available with cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather | Fabric (Base/Mid), Leatherette with piping (Top/Knight edition) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Voice-enabled Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Front and Rear Type-C Fast Chargers |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Supported (via Bluelink, including sunroof and climate control) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Available with cooling function |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Horizon LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB | Quad Beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and foldable with integrated LED indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Horizon LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) | 205/65 R16 (Base/Mid) | 215/60 R17 (Higher variants) | 215/55 R18 (N Line) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel wheels (Base) | Styled Steel (Mid) | Diamond Cut Alloys (Top) |
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 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Available with adaptive guidelines |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey | Titanium blackTitan grey matteAtlas whiteStarry nightTitanium black matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
