BMW 3 Series vs Volkswagen Passat

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW 3 Series and Volkswagen Passat. The BMW 3 Series price is Rs. 41.40 Lakh and Volkswagen Passat price is Rs. 25.99 Lakh. The BMW 3 Series is available in 1995 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and Volkswagen Passat is available in 1968 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. 3 Series provides the mileage of 19.62 kmpl and Passat provides the mileage of 17.42 kmpl.

3 Series vs Passat Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	3 Series	Passat
Price	Rs. 41.40 Lakh	Rs. 25.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1995 cc	1968 cc
Power	188 bhp	174 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel

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BMW 3 Series

320d Sport [2019-2020]

Rs. 41.40 Lakh

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Volkswagen Passat

Comfortline Connect

Rs. 25.99 Lakh

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BMW 3 Series

320d Sport [2019-2020]

Volkswagen Passat

Comfortline Connect

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1995 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1968 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	BMW TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder diesel engine	DSG Automatic
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	188 bhp @ 4000 rpm	174 bhp @ 3600 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	400 Nm @ 1750 rpm	350 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	19.62View Mileage Details	17.42View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	RWD	FWD
Transmission	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode	Automatic - 6 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS 4	BS 4
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
4709 4767
Width (mm)
1827 1832
Height (mm)
1442 1456
Wheelbase (mm)
2851 2786
Ground Clearance (mm)
145
Kerb Weight (kg)
1660 1535
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
4 4
Seating Capacity (Person)
5 5
No of Rows (Rows)
2 2
Bootspace (litres)
480 586
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
57 66

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Dual Link Strut	McPherson strut with anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension	Five Arm Multi Link Suspension	Multi-link
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		5.85
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Alloy	Steel
Front Tyres	225 / 50 R17	215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	225 / 50 R17	215 / 60 R16

Features

Safety

Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	9 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Keyless Remote with Boot Opener
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2	3

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment		12 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment		12 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Partial	Partial
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front & Rear Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds		Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote	Internal with Remote
Rear Windshield Blind	Manual	Manual

Exterior
Sunroof / Moonroof
Electrically Adjustable
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Lighting

Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Active	Active
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	Halogen on rear	Halogen on front, Halogen on rear
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Co-Driver Only	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue	Analogue
Trip Meter	Multi-Function Display	Multi-Function Display
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Analogue
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Dynamic
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Head Unit Size	2 Din	2 Din
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Manufacturer Warranty
Warranty (In Years)
3 2
Warranty (In Kilometres)
40000 Unlimited

Brochure

Colours

	Mediterranean Blue Metallic	Deep Black
	Black Sapphire Metallic	Atlantic Blue
	Mineral Grey Metallic	Black Oak brown
	Alpine White	Mangan Grey
		Pyrit Silver
		Oryx white

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.4/5

11 Ratings

5.0/5

2 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.2Exterior	5.0Exterior
	4.1Comfort	4.5Comfort
	4.7Performance	5.0Performance
	4.0Fuel Economy	4.5Fuel Economy
	4.2Value for Money	5.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Luxurious sportiness

Not buying but driving the amazing car feels like luxurious sportiness. I achieved 250 km/h in a few minutes with amazing performances with a luxurious interior, looks quite good but not so sporty. Maintenance is a little bit higher in this segment and maintaining the car is properly heavy The negative thing is absolutely ground clearance on Indian roads diesel engine noise is coming into the cabin of the car.

The Legend of Cars.

It is a fabulous car which meets all your luxury needs within a reasonable price. When you go for a long journey, it feels you very comfortable and luxurious. The car has a gorgeous and sexy appearance which attracts people's mind. It makes your journey memorable. It gives a glamorous entry in any party you visit. So,there is a big salute to this legend heaven cum car.

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Length (mm)	4709	4767
Width (mm)	1827	1832
Height (mm)	1442	1456
Wheelbase (mm)	2851	2786
Ground Clearance (mm)		145
Kerb Weight (kg)	1660	1535

Doors (Doors)	4	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	480	586
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	57	66

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote with Boot Opener
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox

Sunroof / Moonroof	Electrically Adjustable
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	40000	Unlimited