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BMW i8 vs BMW X3 Comparison

Compare BMW i8 vs BMW X3 to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on BMW i8 vs BMW X3 compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

i8 vs X3 Comparison Overview

Key Highlightsi8X3
Price3.06 Cr72.5 L
PowerN/A1998 CC
ClassCoupeSUV
MileageN/A13 - 19 KM/L
i8
BMW i8
Ex-Showroom Price
₹3.06 Cr
X3
BMW X3
Ex-Showroom Price
₹72.5 L
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Hybrid
BMW i8
Hybrid
3.06 Cr
xDrive20 M Sport
BMW X3
xDrive20 M Sport
72.5 L

Overview

Overall Rating
8.4
7.5
Value For Money6.006.75
Significance6.006.75
Styling9.006.75
Comfort8.258.75
Safety8.007.25
Merit Or Usp8.007.25

Specifications

Engine TypeTwinPower Turbo Inline 3-cylinder Engine2.0L TwinPower Turbo 4-Cylinder Petrol
Displacement (CC)1499 CC1998 CC
No. of Cylinders34
Power228 bhp @ 5800 rpm184 bhp
Torque250 Nm @ 3700 rpm310 Nm
Top SpeedN/A210
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph4.48.5
No. of Gears68
Drive TrainAWDAWD
TurbochargerN/A Yes
Emissions StandardN/ABS6 Phase 2
Length4689 mm4708 mm
Width1942 mm1891 mm
Height1291 mm1676 mm
Wheelbase2800 mm2864 mm
Ground Clearance117 mm204 mm
Kerb Weight1560 KG1825 KG
Boot Space154 L550 L
No. of Doors25
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity45
Fuel tank Capacity42.060.0
Mileage ARAI47.45 KM/L17.86 KM/L
Mileage - CityN/A13.60 KM/L
Mileage - Highway37.00 KM/L18.50 KM/L
Front SuspensionDynamic Damper ControlDouble-Joint Spring Strut Axle
Rear SuspensionDynamic Damper ControlFive-Link Axle
Front Brake TypeVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeVentilated DiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering Adjustability1Tilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless, RadialTubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size215/45 R20245/50 R19
Rear Tyre Size245/40 R20245/50 R19
Spare Wheel TypeN/ASpace Saver
Spare Wheel SizeN/AT155/90 R18

Features

Air Conditioner2-Zone Climate Control3-Zone Climate Control
Front ACNASingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear ACNA Yes
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes3 Zone
Paddle Shift No Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power WindowsNA Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine StartNA No
Hands-Free TailgateNA Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled GloveboxNA No
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Electric TailgateNA Yes
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Adjustable Rear HeadrestsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAElectric
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAElectric
Seat UpholsteryNALeatherette
Rear Armrest No Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA40:20:40
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNA Yes
Ventilated SeatsNA No
Seat Memory FunctionNA Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA6
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA No
Curtain AirbagNA Yes
Knee AirbagsNA No
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorNA Yes
Hill Hold ControlNA Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent ControlNA Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA Yes
Lane AssistNA Yes
Forward Collision WarningNA Yes
Auto Emergency BrakingNA Yes
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA Yes
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNAFront & Rear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNAAuto Park Assist
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNALED
Ambient LightingNA Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA Yes
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cornering Lights No Yes
Cabin LampsNALED
SunroofNAPanoramic
Roof RailsNA Yes
Shark Fin AntennaNA Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA Yes
Chrome AccentsNA Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsNAElectric & Fold
Rear SpoilerNA Yes
Skid PlatesNA Yes
Side StepsNA No
Instrument ClusterNA12.3-inch Digital
Trip MeterNADigital
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA Yes
ClockNADigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA Yes
Gear IndicatorNA Yes
Shift IndicatorNA Yes
TachometerNADigital
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA12.3 inch
Audio SystemNAPremium
Speakers Yes12
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto & CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA Yes
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA Yes
GeofencingNA Yes
Digital KeyNA Yes
AI Voice AssistanceNA Yes
Auto Park AssistNA Yes
Autonomous Driving LevelNALevel 2
SOS ButtonNA Yes
Type Battery WarrantyNA8 Years
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA2 Years / Unlimited km

Pros Cons of BMW i8

Pros

Cons

Verdict

Pros Cons of BMW X3

Pros

  • Genuine sports SUV performance
  • A highly futuristic cabin
  • Improved low-speed ride quality
  • Diesel engine option for high-mileage drivers
  • Massive legroom in the second row

Cons

  • Physical climate control buttons are gone
  • Lower dashboard plastics
  • Sub-par seatback pockets
  • Polarising exterior styling

Verdict

Removing physical AC buttons is a polarising industry trend the BMW X3 has embraced, and its flashy exterior styling might not suit everyone's taste, too. However, the rest of the mechanical package is incredibly strong. Also, switching to regular tyres makes it one of the most comfortable SUVs in its class over bad Indian roads. And the addition of the high-power 30 xDrive petrol variant finally gives enthusiast drivers a reason to look at the X3 again.

Bilal summarises,

“The X3 is not for the average buyer. It is for the enthusiast who still believes an SUV can entertain.”

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