BMW 3-Series vs Lexus NX
3-Series vs NX
Key Highlights | BMW 3-Series | Lexus NX |
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Price | Rs.74.90 Lakh | Rs.68.02 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1998 cc | 2487 cc |
Power | 368 bhp 5500-6500 rpm | 187.74 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 11.86 kmpl | 18.32 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
3-Series specifications | NX specifications | |
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On Road Price | 86.59 Lakh Price Breakup | 78.64 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Hybrid |
User Rating | 4.6 | 4.0 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 480 Litres | 520 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 1998 cc | 2487 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 368 bhp 5500-6500 rpm | 187.74 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
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Exterior
3-Series Exterior | NX Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Electrically Adjustable | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | - | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
3-Series Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | NX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double Joint Spring Strut | Independent MacPherson struts with coil springs |
Rear Suspension | Five-link axle | Independent double-wishbone type with coil springs |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 | 235 / 50 R20 |
Rear Tyre Size | 255/35 R19 | 235 / 50 R20 |
Turning Radius | 6 meters | - |
Tyre Size Spare | - | 225/60 R18 |
Wheels Size | R19 | R20 |
Instrumentation
3-Series Instrumentation | NX Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | - | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | No | - |
Shift Indicator | Yes | Dynamic |
Tachometer | Digital | Yes |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
3-Series Infotainment & Communication | NX Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | - | 14 inch |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | - | No |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | - | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 16 | 10 |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
3-Series Warranty | NX Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited Kms | 3 Years/100000 kms |
Engine & Transmission
3-Series Engine & Transmission | NX Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1998 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Type | B58 Turbocharged I6 | 2.5L 2AR-FXE I4 |
No. of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | DOHC |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Hybrid |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 6 |
Power | 368 bhp 5500-6500 rpm | 187.74 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
Torque | 500 Nm | 239 Nm @ 4300-4500 rpm |
Battery Type | - | Lithium-ion Battery |
Fast Charging | - | No |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 13.02 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | - |
Comfort & Convenience
3-Series Comfort & Convenience | NX Comfort & Convenience | |
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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 |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | - |
Drive Modes | 4 | 3 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Electronic Parking Brake | Yes | Yes |
Parking Assist | Yes | Yes |
Safety
3-Series Safety | NX Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 6 | 8 |
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 | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
3-Series Dimensions & Capacity | NX Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4713 mm | 4660 mm |
Width | 1827 mm | 1865 mm |
Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase | 2515 mm | 2690 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 195 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 55 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 4.5 Litres |
Boot Space | 480 Litres | 520 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1670 kg | 1785 kg |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Pros & Cons
3-Series Pros & Cons | NX Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW 3-Series and Lexus NX
Safety
3-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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS. NX has 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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.
Body
3-Series has doors and seats. It is an with 480 Litres boot space, 59 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 130 mm. It is 1827 mm wide, 1440 mm high and 4713 mm long. It has 1670 kg kerb weight and 2515 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, NX is an with doors and seats ,55 Litres fuel tank capacity, 520 Litres boot space, 195 mm ground clearance.It has 1670 mm height, 4660 mm length, 1865 mm width, and 1785 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
BMW 3-Series comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And NX comes with AWD and 6 Automatic transmission.