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BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo vs BMW X1 Comparison

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3 Series Gran Turismo vs X1 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights3 Series Gran TurismoX1
Price49.38 L50.9 L
PowerN/A1995 CC
ClassSedanSUV
MileageN/A16 - 20 KM/L
3 Series Gran Turismo
BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹49.38 L
X1
BMW X1
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹50.9 L
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330i M Sport Shadow Edition
BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
330i M Sport Shadow Edition
49.38 L
sDrive18i M Sport
BMW X1
sDrive18i M Sport
50.9 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.8
7.3
Value For Money6.757.50
Significance6.757.50
Styling8.008.00
Comfort8.508.00
Safety8.508.50
Environment7.75-
Merit Or Usp7.757.75

Specifications

Engine TypeTwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder Petrol Engine1.5-litre, 3-cylinder Petrol Engine
Displacement (CC)1998 CC1499 CC
No. of Cylinders43
Power248 bhp @ 5200 rpm134 bhp @ 4400–6500 rpm @ 4400-6500 rpm
Torque350 Nm @ 1450-4800 rpm230 Nm @ 1500–4000 rpm @ 1500-4000 rpm
Top SpeedN/A210
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph6.19.2
No. of gears8N/A
Drive TrainRWDFWD
Emissions StandardN/ABS6 Phase 2
No. of GearsN/A7
Length4824 mm4500 mm
Width1828 mm1845 mm
Height1508 mm1642 mm
Wheelbase2920 mm2692 mm
Ground Clearance165 mm203 mm
Kerb WeightN/A1430 KG
Boot Space480 L500 L
No. of Doors45
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity60.051.0
Mileage ARAI13.95 KM/L16.35 KM/L
Mileage - CityN/A14.00 KM/L
Mileage - HighwayN/A16.35 KM/L
Front SuspensionDouble-joint Spring Strut Axle, Hydraulically Damped Torque Strut BearingIndependent Strut-type Suspension
Rear SuspensionFive-link AxleMulti-Link Suspension
Front Brake TypeVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering Adjustability1Tilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless, RadialTubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size225/50 R18225/50 R18
Rear Tyre Size225/45 R18225/50 R18
Spare Wheel TypeN/AAlloy Wheels
Spare Wheel SizeN/A225 / 55 R18

Features

Air Conditioner2-Zone Climate Control2-zone automatic air conditioning
Front ACNADual Zone Climate Control
Rear ACNAVents Behind Front Armrest
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control YesDual Zone
Paddle Shift Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control YesAdaptive with Braking Function
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
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA Yes
Servotronic Steering Assist No Yes
Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle and parking function No Yes
LED daytime running lamps No Yes
LED turn indicators in the eyebrow No Yes
Twin exhaust tailpipe in Chrome finish No Yes
Automatic Air Conditioning with individually adjustable temperature for Driver and Passenger side No Yes
Air-vents for rear seat occupants No Yes
Active Seats for the Driver and Front Passenger No Yes
Individually Adjustable Sport Seats for driver and front passenger No Yes
 M Leather Steering Wheel No Yes
Electric Seat Adjustments No Yes
Automatic Tailgate Operation No Yes
BMW Digital Key Plus No Yes
Panoramic Glass Sunroof No Yes
Seat Adjustment for the rear seats No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAElectrically Adjustable with Memory Function
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAElectrically Adjustable
Seat UpholsteryNAVeganza Perforated Upholstery
Rear Armrest YesYes, with Cup Holders
Front Armrest YesYes, with Storage
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA40:20:40 Split
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNAFront and Rear
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 No
Lane AssistNA Yes
Forward Collision WarningNA Yes
Auto Emergency BrakingNA Yes
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA Yes
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNAFront and Rear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNARear Camera with Parking Assistant
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA Yes
ISOFIX child seat mounting No Yes
Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls No Yes
Warning triangle with first-aid kit No Yes
Cornering Brake Control (CBC) No Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System No Yes
Side-impact protection No Yes
LED Fog Lamps No Yes
Reduction in solar radiation (light) by 20% No Yes
UVA radiation reduced by 30% No Yes
UVB load reduced by about 100% No Yes
Reduction in infrared radiation (heat) by about 50% No Yes
Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights No Yes
LED Tail Lights with aerodynamicaly optimized 3D two-part L-Shaped design No Yes
Brake Energy Regeneration No Yes
Head airbags for the whole side window area No Yes
Electric Parking Brake No Yes
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) No Yes
Electronic vehicle immobiliser and crash sensor No Yes
Integrated Emergency Spare wheel No Yes
Automatic Anti-Dazzle Function No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeAdaptive LEDAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNA No
Ambient LightingNA Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA Yes
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cornering Lights No Yes
Cabin LampsNAFront and Rear
SunroofNAPanoramic
Roof RailsNA Yes
Shark Fin AntennaNA Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA Yes
Chrome AccentsNA Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsNAElectric
Rear SpoilerNA Yes
Skid PlatesNA Yes
Side StepsNA Yes
Instrument ClusterNA10.25-Inch Fully 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 SizeNA10.7 Inches
Audio SystemNAHarman Kardon
Speakers Yes12
TweetersNA No
SubwooferNA No
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAWireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA No
Radio Yes Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay No Yes
Loudspeaker System by Harman/Kardon No 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 WarrantyNA No
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA3 Years Unlimited Kilometers

Pros Cons of BMW X1

Pros

  • Feels larger than segment
  • Strong diesel torque advantage
  • Engaging BMW steering feel
  • Premium curved display setup
  • Competitive luxury pricing

Cons

  • Slightly firm ride quality
  • Rear middle seat compromised
  • Diesel only in top trim
  • Petrol lacks strong punch

Verdict

The BMW X1 is no longer the “starter BMW” you buy just to enter the brand. It feels confident, bigger, and far more complete than before. From its stronger road presence to its punchy diesel engine and engaging steering, it finally carries the weight of the badge properly. Yes, the ride is slightly firm, and the rear middle seat isn’t perfect. But if you enjoy driving and want a premium SUV that feels mature without becoming boring, the X1 makes a strong case. It balances luxury, performance, and everyday usability in a way that feels smart and modern.

As Shams Raza Naqvi puts it, “The new X1 has adapted well to today’s times.”

And that’s exactly it — the BMW X1 has finally grown into its badge.

Best For

  • Urban premium SUV buyers
  • Diesel-loving luxury drivers
  • Young executives upgrading
  • Drivers who enjoy steering feel

Not Ideal For

  • Soft suspension seekers
  • Budget-focused buyers
  • Rear seat priority users
  • Flashy luxury hunters

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