Do you want to find out which vehicle suits you better — BMW 3-Series or BMW i4? 91Wheels brings you a clear, data-driven comparison between BMW 3-Series and BMW i4. The BMW 3-Series is priced from ₹76.40 Lakh, while the BMW i4 starts at ₹72.50 Lakh (ex-showroom). The BMW 3-Series comes with petrol and diesel engine options paired with both manual and automatic transmissions. It's powered by a 1998 cc engine that produces 368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm and 500 Nm @1900 - 5000 rpm of torque, offering a claimed mileage of up to 13.02 km/l. The BMW i4, on the other hand, uses an electric motor with 101.7 kWh battery pack option. It delivers 536 bhp and 745 Nm of torque, with a certified range of up to 483 km on a single charge. Charging is convenient too — the BMW i4 supports fast charging 10.45 Hours. It also comes with 2 Years/Unlimited Kms battery warranty, while installation support for home chargers may vary by city.
BMW 3-Series vs BMW i4: Specifications Comparison
Safety
Airbag Details
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
ASR / Traction Control
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Seat Belt Warning
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Hill Assist
Hill Descent Control
Parking Camera
Rear Only
Rear Only
Blind Spot Detection
Engine Immobiliser
Data Not Available
Central Locking
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock
Door Ajar Warning
ADAS
ADAS Type
Level 2
Data Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
BNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
BNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
BNCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
Inside Rear View Mirror
Auto Dimming
Auto Dimming
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera
Surround View Camera
Yes& 360 View Camera
Comfort & Convenience
AC
Rear AC Vents
Automatic climate control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
4
3
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Smart Key
Parking Assist
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear Only
Glove Box Cooling
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
Seat Upholstery
Leather
Leather
Folding Rear Seat
Split Rear Seat
Adjustable Headrests
Cup Holders
puddle lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster
Distance to Empty display
GPS & Navigation
Adjustable Steering
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Ambient Light
Cabin Lights
Front Only
Front & Rear
Charging Outlets - Front Row
12V& Usb And Type C
12V& Usb And Type C
Charging Outlets - Second Row
Type C Only
Type C Only
Co-Driver Seat Adjustment
Powered - 14 Way
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Driver Seat Adjustment
Powered - 12 Way
Manual Adjust - Slide& Recline And Height
Front Armrest
Fixed With Storage
Fixed With Storage
Front Seat Back Pockets
Driver & Co-Driver Side
Driver & Co-Driver Side
Headlamps
Led
Led
Instrument Console
{12.3 inches}, Digital Console
{12.3 inches}, Digital Console
Paddle Shifters
Parking Brake
Electric Park Brake
Electric Park Brake
Rear Armrest
Yes, Without Cup Holders
Yes, Without Cup Holders
Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1998 cc
Data Not Available
Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
Data Not Available
No. of Cylinders
6
Data Not Available
No. of valves per cylinder
4
Data Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gears
8
Data Not Available
Power
368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm
536 bhp
Torque
500 Nm @1900 - 5000 rpm
745 Nm
Drivetrain
AWD
RWD
ARAI Certified Economy
13.02 kmpl
Data Not Available
Top Speed
250 kmph
250 kmph
Acceleration
4.4 secs (0-100 km/h)
Data Not Available
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
Data Not Available
Turbocharger
Data Not Available
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
Data Not Available
Fuelling
DFi
Data Not Available
Battery Capacity
Data Not Available
101.7 kwh
Battery Type
Data Not Available
Lithium ion
Charging Time
Data Not Available
10.45 Hours
Fast Charging
Data Not Available
Range
Data Not Available
483 km/charge
Motor Power
Data Not Available
250000 W
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4713 mm
5391 mm
Width
1827 mm
1950 mm
Height
1440 mm
1544 mm
Wheelbase
2515 mm
2856 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
125 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
4
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.39 Litres
Data Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
6.1 Litres
Data Not Available
Boot Space
480 Litres
Data Not Available
Kerb Weight
1670 kg
1920 kg
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
Double Joint Spring Strut
Double-joint Spring Strut with Hydraulically Damped Torque Strut Bearing
Rear Suspension
Five-link axle
Five-link Axle with Automatic Self-levelling Air Suspension
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel
{225/45 R18}& Alloy Wheels
Front Tyre Size
225/40 R19
245/45 R18
Rear Tyre Size
255/35 R19
255/45 R18
Turning Radius
6 meters
6.25 meters
Wheels Size
R19
R21
Wheels Type
Alloy Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Exterior
Power Windows
Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (All Four)
Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (All Four)
Rear Defogger
Daytime Running Lights
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Antenna
Roof Mounted
Sharkfin
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Manual Lift
Bumpers
Black
Black
Outside door handles
Body Colored
Body Colored
Outside Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable with Autofold
Electrically Adjustable with Autofold
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Black With Indicators
Body Coloured With Indicators
Rear Spoiler
Black Boot Mounted
Body Coloured Boot Mounted
Sunroof
Fixed Glass Roof
Fixed Glass Roof
Tail Gate
Powered
Powered
Instrumentation
Low Fuel Level Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Shift Indicator
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
Infotainment & Communication
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Bluetooth Compatibility
Integrated Music System
Premium Type
Premium Type
Speakers
16
18
AM/FM Radio
Wireless Charger
Yes - Front
Yes - Front
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Touchscreen Size
Data Not Available
14.9 inches
Warranty
Basic Warranty
3 Years/40000 Kms
2 Years/Unlimited Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 6 Years/ 200000 kms
Upto 10 Years/ unlimited kms
Pros & Cons
Pros
Base Engine Delivers Ample Performance
Heated front and rear seats
Turbocharged six-cylinder engine
Design looks outstanding
Long driving range is a big thumbs up
Full of luxury features
Cabin quality is supremely fine with lots of soft-touch materi- Expensive as compared to the rivals