Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 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 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is available at ₹369,899, while the BMW X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 50.4 kW@5600 rpm and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 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 car battery | — |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front‑Wheel Drive | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5‑speed | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 24.90 kmpl | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 214 l | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 740–757 kg | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2380 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Collapsible/adjustable steering column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi‑digital | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Manual adjustable ORVMs | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front power windows on most trims | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Standard halogen combination lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 145/80 R13 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags standard | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
