Comparing the Hyundai Aura and the BMW X3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hyundai Aura is available at ₹649,002, while the BMW X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Aura comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 83 PS @ 6000 rpm and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17 kmpl for the Hyundai Aura versus 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3. 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 system | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Kappa Petrol | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 17 kmpl | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed Manual | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 402 Litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 978 kg | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm, 1680 mm, 1520 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Higher variants) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with 3.5-inch Multi-Information Display (MID) | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop button | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Smart Key with Push Button Start/Stop | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Available with Cup Holders | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | 4-speaker system | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Fast USB Charger (Type-C) | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Supported via smartphone integration | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Available in mid and top trims | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen / Projector (Higher variants) | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/60 R15 (Top) | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Available in higher variants | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Available in higher variants | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Available in higher variants | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline TPMS | Yes |
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| Color Options | Typhoon SilverStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan Grey | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
