Comparing the MG Gloster 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 MG Gloster is available at ₹4,129,000, while the BMW 3 Series is priced at ₹5,799,000. On the engine front, the MG Gloster comes with a 1996 cc unit compared to the BMW 3 Series's 1998 cc, producing 215 bhp @ 4000 rpm and 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.77 kmpl - ARAI for the MG Gloster 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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| Displacement | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | 4WD (4x4) with 2H/4H/4L | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Twin-Turbo Diesel | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 13.77 kmpl - ARAI | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 215 bhp @ 4000 rpm | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 480 Nm @ 1500-2800 rpm | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 518 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 2075 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 224 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2350 kg | 1535 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4985 mm / 1926 mm / 1867 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - Driver (top) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen + 10.1-inch Co-Pilot Screen | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather (top) / Leather | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) |
| Sound System | 12-Speaker System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/55 R20 | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy 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 - HDC + HAC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Deep GoldenWarm WhiteSnow Storm WhiteMetal AshMetal BlackDesert Storm Deep Golden | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.9 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
