Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 Ciaz is available at ₹965,000, while the BMW X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Silent Start with Idle Start-Stop | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 510 litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1130–1165 kg | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4490 mm / 1730 mm / 1485 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Fabric | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | Arkamys Tuned Audio System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (No Wiper) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | 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) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | NEXA Blue (Celestial)Grandeur GreySplendid SilverPearl Metallic Dignity BrownBluish BlackOpulent RedPearl Arctic WhiteOpulent Red And Bluish BlackGrandeur Grey And Bluish BlackPearl Metallic Dignity Brown And Bluish | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
