BMW 5-Series vs BMW 3-Series
Do you want to find out which car is the best, BMW 5-Series or BMW 3-Series? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 5-Series and 3-Series. BMW 5-Series Price starts at Rs.72.35 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 530 Li M Sport Aluminium Satinated 2.0L Turbo Petrol 8-Speed AT and BMW 3-Series Price starts at Rs.75.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for M340i XDrive Petrol AT. BMW 5-Series is 4 cylinder, 1998 cc Engine can generate 255 bhp @ 4500 rpm power whereas BMW 3-Series is a 6 cylinder, 1998 cc Engine can generate 368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, 5-Series provides a mileage of 15.7 kmpl (base model), and 3-Series has a mileage of 11.86 kmpl (base model).
5-Series vs 3-Series
| Key Highlights | BMW 5-Series | BMW 3-Series |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.72.35 Lakh | Rs.75.90 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Power | 255 bhp @ 4500 rpm | 368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 15.7 kmpl | 11.86 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| 5-Series specifications | 3-Series specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 83.64 Lakh Price Breakup | 87.75 Lakh Price Breakup |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| User Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 |
| Boot Space (Litres) | - | 480 Litres |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Engine Displacement | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 255 bhp @ 4500 rpm | 368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| 5-Series Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | 3-Series Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Front Suspension | Comfort Suspension with stroke-dependent damper technology | Double Joint Spring Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link | Five-link axle |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Spare Wheel | {225/55 R18}& Alloy Wheels | {225/45 R18}& Alloy Wheels |
Front Tyre Size | 19 inch | 225/40 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 19 inchs | 255/35 R19 |
Turning Radius | - | 6 meters |
Wheels Size | R18 | R19 |
Wheels Type | Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Exterior
| 5-Series Exterior | 3-Series Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Power Windows | Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (All Four) | Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (All Four) |
Rear Wiper | No | No |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Outside door handles | Body Coloured | Body Coloured |
Bumpers | Body Coloured | Black |
Antenna | Sharkfin | Roof Mounted |
Rear Spoiler | No | Black Boot Mounted |
Roof Rails | No | No |
Bonnet | Manual Lift | Manual Lift |
Outside Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable | Electrically Adjustable With Auto Fold |
Tail Gate | Powered | Powered |
Outside Rear View Mirrors | Body Coloured With Indicators | Black With Indicators |
Instrumentation
| 5-Series Instrumentation | 3-Series Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | - |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | No | Yes |
Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
| 5-Series Infotainment & Communication | 3-Series Infotainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | 14.9 inches | - |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | No |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | Yes | - |
Integrated Music System | Premium Type | Premium Type |
Speakers | 16 | 16 |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes - Front | Yes - Front |
Front tweeters | No | No |
Android Auto and Apple Carplay | Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay | Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay |
Warranty
| 5-Series Warranty | 3-Series Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Years/40000 Kms | 3 Years/40000 Kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 6 Years/120000 Kms | Upto 6 Years/ 200000 kms |
Engine & Transmission
| 5-Series Engine & Transmission | 3-Series Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Engine Capacity | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | 530Li | B58 Turbocharged I6 |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | - |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 8 |
Power | 255 bhp @ 4500 rpm | 368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm |
Torque | 400 Nm @ 1600 rpm | 500 Nm @1900 - 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 15.7 kmpl | 13.02 kmpl |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | 250 kmph |
Acceleration | 6.1 secs (0-100 km/h) | 4.4 secs (0-100 km/h) |
Emission Norm | - | BS6 Phase 2 |
Comfort & Convenience
| 5-Series Comfort & Convenience | 3-Series Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Ventilated Seats | Front Row | No |
Ventilated Seats Type | Cooled | No |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | Yes |
Drive Modes | 3 | 4 |
Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Smart Key |
Parking Assist | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| 5-Series Safety | 3-Series Safety | |
|---|---|---|
Airbags | 9 | 6 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | Yes | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | No |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | - | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | - | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | - | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | - | Yes |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| 5-Series Dimensions & Capacity | 3-Series Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 5165 mm | 4713 mm |
Width | 2156 mm | 1827 mm |
Height | 1518 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 2515 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 130 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 4 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 Litres | 15.39 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 5.5 Litres | 6.1 Litres |
Boot Space | - | 480 Litres |
Kerb Weight | - | 1670 kg |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of BMW 5-Series and BMW 3-Series
Safety
5-Series comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), 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, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, ADAS. 3-Series has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Blind Spot Monitor, ADAS.
Body
5-Series has doors and seats. It is an with boot space, 60 Litres fuel tank capacity. It is 2156 mm wide, 1518 mm high and 5165 mm long. It has kerb weight and 3105 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, 3-Series is an with doors and seats ,15.39 Litres fuel tank capacity, 480 Litres boot space, 130 mm ground clearance.It has 1440 mm height, 4713 mm length, 1827 mm width, and 1670 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
BMW 5-Series comes with RWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And 3-Series comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.
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What is the on-road price of BMW 5-Series?
The on-road price of BMW 5-Series is Rs. 83.64 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of BMW 3-Series?
The on-road price of BMW 3-Series is Rs. 87.75 Lakh in New Delhi.