Comparing the BMW Z4 and the Citroen C3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW Z4 is available at ₹8,999,000, while the Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4 versus 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | 3 |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear Seat Armrest | N/A (2-seater) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Roadster) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS (M40i) | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes (top) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
