Comparing the Tata Altroz 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 Tata Altroz is available at ₹689,000, while the BMW 3 Series is priced at ₹5,799,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the BMW 3 Series's 1998 cc, producing 86 PS @ 6000 rpm and 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18 – 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz 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 | — |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | FWD | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed DCA | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 18 – 19 kmpl | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 86 PS @ 6000 rpm | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / DCA | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2075 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1036–1150 kg | 1535 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm × 1755 mm × 1523 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Remote | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual / Fully Automatic | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - Driver (top) |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen by Harman | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 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 | Fabric / Premium Leatherette | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) |
| Sound System | 4 to 8 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Yes | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Front + Rear | 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 | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector / LED | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically Adjustable / Foldable | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/80 R14, 185/60 R16 | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Standard, up to 6 | 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 | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Arcade Grey, Avenue White, Downtown Red, Opera Blue, Harbour Blue, High Street Gold, Cosmo Dark | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
