BMW 5 Series vs BMW 3 Series - Which One Should You Buy

BMW 5 Series vs BMW 3 Series Comparison at CarHP India. Compare BMW 5 Series and BMW 3 Series Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

BMW 5 Series

72.35 Lakh

BMW 3 Series

72.85 Lakh

Engine and Performance

The BMW 5 Series 530Li is powered by a petrol engine producing a maximum power of 255bhp@4500rpm and maximum torque of 400Nm@1600rpm. The BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition is powered by a b58 turbocharged i6 engine producing a maximum power of 374bhp@5500-6500rpm and maximum torque of 500Nm@1900-5000rpm.

Max Power
255bhp@4500rpm
374bhp@5500-6500rpm
Max Torque
400Nm@1600rpm
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
Displacement
1998 cc
2998 cc
No. of Cylinders
4
6
Drive Type
RWD
4WD
Fuel Specifications
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol Highway Mileage
15.7 kmpl
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Dimensions and Design

The BMW 5 Series 530Li has a height of 1518 mm, length measures 5165 mm, width is 2156 mm. The BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition has a height of 1442 mm, length measures 4709 mm, width is 1827 mm.

Body Type
Sedan
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Height
1518 mm
1442 mm
Kerb Weight
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1745
Length
5165 mm
4709 mm
Wheelbase
3105 mm
2651 mm
Interior Specifications

The BMW 5 Series 530Li offers a boot space of 500 Litres. The BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition offers a boot space of 480 Litres.

Boot Space
500 Litres
480 Litres
No. of Doors
4
4
Seating Capacity
5
5
Wheels & Tires

The BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition offers wheel and tyre features such as Alloy Wheels. BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition runs on tyres sized F225/40R19, R255/35R19.

Alloy Wheels
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Tyre Size
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F225/40R19, R255/35R19
Tyre Type
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Run flat Radial
Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition uses a Multi-link suspension setup at the front and a Multi-link suspension at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by ventilated Disc at the front and Ventilated Disc at the rear.

Front Brake Type
Disc
ventilated Disc
Front Suspension
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Multi-link suspension
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Suspension
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Multi-link suspension
Steering Column
Tilt & telescopic
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Safety Features

The BMW 5 Series 530Li comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, and and many more. The BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition comes equipped with safety features like 360 View Camera, Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Blind Spot Monitor, Seat Belt Warning, and and many more.

360 View Camera
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Acoustic Vehicle Alert System
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Anti Lock Braking System Abs
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's Window
All Windows
Anti Theft Alarm
Interior Features

The BMW 5 Series 530Li includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster. The BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition includes interior features such as Tachometer, Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, and Digital Cluster.

Additional Features
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Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
Digital Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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Tachometer
Upholstery
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Leatherette
Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the BMW 5 Series 530Li offers Adjustable Headrest, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more. For comfort, the BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition offers Adjustable Headrest, Automatic Climate Control, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Rear Ac Vents, Power Steering, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet
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Adjustable Headlamps
Adjustable Headrest
Adjustable Steering
Powered Adjustment
Air Conditioner
Infotainment Features

In terms of infotainment, the BMW 5 Series 530Li offers Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Radio, Bluetooth Connectivity, Touchscreen, and and many more. In terms of infotainment, the BMW 3 Series M340i 50 Jahre Edition offers Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Wireless Phone Charging, Voice Commands, Radio, and and many more.

Android Auto
Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Connectivity
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Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Digital Cluster Size
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12.3 Inch
BMW 5 Series
BMW 5 Series

530Li

72.35 Lakh

BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 Series

M340i 50 Jahre Edition

72.85 Lakh