Comparing the Hyundai Exter 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 Exter is available at ₹649,000, while the BMW X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Exter 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 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter 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 l | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 19.2 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 | 391 Litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 912 kg | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 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 | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT 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 | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Semi-Leatherette | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Available (Integrated with ESC) | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline/Digital | Yes |
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| Color Options | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
