Comparing the BMW X3 and the Mahindra Bolero 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 Mahindra Bolero is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the BMW X3 comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero's 1493 cc, producing 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) and 55.9 kw @ 3600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3 versus 16 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero. 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 | — | Standard 12V heavy-duty lead-acid automotive battery |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | mHawk75 Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | 60 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-speed Mechanical Gearbox |
| Mileage | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 16 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 Cylinder Inline |
| Power | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) | 55.9 kw @ 3600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Mechanical Ignition Layout |
| Torque | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 210 Nm @ 1600–2200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 550 Litres | 370 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 204 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1840 kg | 1655 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm | 3995 mm x 1745 mm x 1880 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning system with slider temperature and fan speed dials |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | High-contrast digital instrument cluster console featuring a digital tachometer, trip meter, and gear shift indicator |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | No |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Audio setup featuring a basic 1-DIN music system with AUX and Bluetooth on mid trims, stepping up to a localized 7-inch touchscreen layout on premium variants |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | No |
| Power Windows | Yes | Available across both front and rear doors |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | A fold-out central armrest is integrated into the second-row bench seat |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather | Durable fabric upholstery on baseline trims; premium vinyl/leatherette seat compositions on upper tiers |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Simple multi-channel sound configuration housing up to 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Single front-mounted USB C- type charging and data port |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone rugged steel-backed bumpers matching the body layout |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Basic bumper-integrated signature design elements |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB | Large dual-chamber clear-lens halogen headlamps with manual beam level adjustments |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Rear window washer wiper assembly paired with a glass defogger grid line matrix |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Non-functional structural styling accents |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classical vertical clear-lens halogen taillight layout stacked flanking the tailgate |
| Tyre Size | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided reverse proximity distance sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey | Stealth BlackDiamond WhiteDsat SilverRockey Beige |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
