Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Eeco and the BMW 3 Series side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Eeco is available at ₹520,900, while the BMW 3 Series is priced at ₹5,799,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Eeco comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the BMW 3 Series's 1998 cc, producing 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm and 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Eeco versus 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series. 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 lead-acid battery | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | K12N | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32 litres CNG: 65 litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) |
| Starter | Electric start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 105.5/3000 | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 275 l | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1,510–1,540 kg | 2075 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 940–1,085 kg | 1535 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,675 mm / 1,475 mm / 1,825 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 6( Higher Variant) | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | No | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning (select variants) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog instrument cluster with digital MID | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Driver (top) |
| Infotainment System | Basic audio system (select variants) | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front only (select variants) | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) |
| Sound System | 2 speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | No | Electric 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 (passenger variants) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Defogger Only (Sedan) |
| Tail Lamp Type | Halogen | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 155 R13 | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel wheels | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | 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 | Bluish BlackMetallic Glistening GreySolid WhiteMetallic Brisk BlueMetallic Silky Silver | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
