Let's compare BMW 3 Series LWB 320LD M Sport vs Audi A6 Premium Plus 45 TFSI vs BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 200

Compare BMW 3 Series LWB 320LD M Sport vs Audi A6 Premium Plus 45 TFSI vs BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 200 price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

BMW 3 Series LWB 320LD M Sport
BMW 3 Series LWB
Audi A6 Premium Plus 45 TFSI
Audi A6
BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive
BMW 3 Series
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 200
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Here is a detailed comparison of price:

BMW 3 Series LWB 320LD M Sport

Price

₹ 69.85 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 1.28 Lakh/month

Audi A6 Premium Plus 45 TFSI

Price

₹ 72.21 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 1.32 Lakh/month

BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive

Price

₹ 83.78 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 1.53 Lakh/month

Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 200

Price

₹ 88.85 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 1.63 Lakh/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that BMW 3 Series LWB feels light on the pocket compared to Audi A6 by ₹2,36,378.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Sedan

Sedan

Sedan

Sedan

Length

4823 mm +114

4939 mm +230

4709 mm

4949 mm +240

Width

1827 mm

2110 mm +283

1827 mm

1880 mm +53

Height

1441 mm

1470 mm +29

1442 mm +1

1468 mm +27

WheelBase

2961 mm +461

2500 mm

2651 mm +151

2961 mm +461

Ground Clearance

136 mm

165 mm +29

142 mm +6

140 mm +4

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

5

Fuel Tank Capacity

59 Liters +15

44 Liters

59 Liters +15

66 Liters +22

Boot Space

480 Liters

530 Liters +50

480 Liters

540 Liters +60

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type

Diesel

Petrol

Petrol

--

Mileage (KMPL)

19.61 Km/l +6.59

14.11 Km/l +1.09

13.02 Km/l

14.65 Km/l +1.63

Range

1064 Kms +304

1022 Kms +262

760 Kms

966 Kms +206

Engine Type

Twinpower Turbo

2.0l I4 Tfsi Turbocharged

B58 Turbocharged I6

M254

Powertrain Assistance

Mild Hybrid

Mild Hybrid

Mild Hybrid

Strong Hybrid

Emission Standards

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

No. of Cylinders

4

4

6 +2

4

Displacement

1998 cc +14

1984 cc

2998 cc +1014

1999 cc +15

Max Power

188 bhp @ 4000 rpm

261 bhp @ 5250-6500 rpm +73

369 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm +181

201 bhp @ 5800-4000 rpm +13

Max Torque

400 Nm @ 1550-4400 rpm +80

370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm +50

500 Nm @ 1900-5000 rpm +180

320 Nm @ 1600 rpm

Transmission Type

AT

AT

AT

AT

Gear Box

8 Speed

7-Speed DCT

8-Speed Steptronic

9-TC

Drive Type

RWD

FWD

AWD

RWD

Top Speed

250 +10

250 +10

250 +10

240

Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Turning Radius

5.9 +0.4

5.5

6 +0.5

5.7 +0.2

Front Suspension

--

--

--

Independent Multi-link Suspension with Air Springs

Rear Suspension

--

--

--

Independent Multi-link Suspension with Air Springs

Front Brakes

--

--

--

Disc

Rear Brakes

--

--

--

Disc

Safety & Security

Airbags

8 +2

6

6

8 +2

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

ESP

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Brake Assist

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Reverse Camera

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

360 Camera

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

Hill Assist

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Hill Descent Control

No

No

Yes

No

Child Lock

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

ADAS

No

Yes

No

Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

ORVM Adjustment

Electric

Electric

Electric

Electric

Request Sensors

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Push Button Start

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Cruise Control

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Keyless Entry

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Steering Mounted Control

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Climate Control

Automatic

Automatic

Automatic

Automatic

Rear AC Vents

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Leather

Leather

Leather

Leather

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Rear Armrest

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Rear Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Front Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Cooled Glovebox

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Exterior Features

Sunroof

Panoramic

Panoramic

Panoramic

Panoramic

Wheels

Alloy

Diamond Cut Alloy

Alloy

Alloy

Fog Lights

No

Yes

No

Yes

Tyre Size

225 / 45 R18

225 / 55 R18

225 / 40 R19

255/55 R18

Daytime Running Lights

LED

LED

LED

LED

Headlight Type

Projector Led

Matrix Led

Projector Led

Projector Led

Tailgate

Electric

Electric

Electric

Electric

Roof Rails

No

No

No

No

Rear Wiper

No

No

No

No

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Screen Size

12.3 inch

10.1 inch

14.9 inch

12.3 inch

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Speakers

16

6

16

17

Remote App Control

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Wireless Charging

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Telematics

Digital

Analogue-Digital

Digital

Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Navigation

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

BMW 3 Series LWB Vs Audi A6 Vs BMW 3 Series Vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class Colors
BMW 3 Series LWB ARCTIC RACE BLUE METALLIC

ARCTIC RACE BLUE METALLIC

Audi A6 Firmament Blue Metallic

Firmament Blue Metallic

BMW 3 Series ARCTIC RACE BLUE METALLIC

ARCTIC RACE BLUE METALLIC

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Polar White

Polar White

BMW 3 Series LWB ARCTIC RACE BLUE METALLIC

ARCTIC RACE BLUE METALLIC

Audi A6 Firmament Blue Metallic

Firmament Blue Metallic

BMW 3 Series ARCTIC RACE BLUE METALLIC

ARCTIC RACE BLUE METALLIC

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Polar White

Polar White

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BMW 3 Series LWB Vs Audi A6 Vs BMW 3 Series Vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class FAQs

The 2025 facelift BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase (LWB) starts from ₹63.90 lakh ex-showroom, for the petrol 330Li M Sport variant. Diesel variants (320Ld M Sport / M Sport Pro) are priced slightly lower or around that range, with some petrols slightly higher depending on state taxes.

Petrol 330Li M Sport uses a 2.0-litre twin-turbo petrol motor producing ~ 258 bhp (≈ 254-258 PS) and 400 Nm torque. Diesel 320Ld variants produce ~ 190 PS with similar torque (~400 Nm).

Diesel variant is claimed to be better in term of mileage; some reports suggest ~ 19.6 kmpl for the diesel engine in mixed driving. Petrol will be lower; real-world mixed driving probably ~ 12-15 kmpl or less, depending on traffic.

1. Routine service (oil, filters, inspections): likely ₹ 40,000-80,000+ depending on variant and usage. Diesel tends to cost a bit more due to diesel-specific components. Major servicing, tyres, brakes etc will add extra. Premium tyres and performance brakes cost more. 2. Insurance for this sedan will be fairly high because of its luxury status: potentially ₹ 1-1.5 lakh/year or more depending on city, driver profile, and cover. 3. Extended service/warranty packages exist (BMW’s Service Inclusive etc) which help reduce surprises; check these when buying.

1. Standard safety: 6 airbags, ABS, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), ISOFIX mounts for child seats. 2. Also equipped with blind-spot detection, collision warning, attention assistance, driving assistant package (Level-2 ADAS elements) like rear-cross traffic warning.

1. Length ~ 4,819 mm, wheelbase ~ 2,961 mm. That gives spacious rear legroom. 2. Boot space is good (similar to shorter 3 Series), but more relevant is rear-seat comfort. If someone is going to use it as chauffeur-driven or carry rear passengers often, this shines. For solo driving in tight parking spaces, you’ll have to adapt.

Yes, with caveats: Petrol version’s fuel cost will be high in stop & go traffic, diesel helps here. Parking big sedan requires space; reversing camera, sensors and surround view help. Speed breakers and potholes need care because of long wheelbase / low under-body clearance. Service centres, parts cost more than non-luxury sedans.

Luxury sedans do depreciate notably, especially as new models and variants arrive. Diesel vs petrol trend: diesel engines may face heavier regulation / higher running cost (fuel/diesel price), which can affect resale. Petrol might retain value better depending on usage.

As of Sep-2025, after GST 2.0 changes, the ex-showroom price of the Audi A6 starts around ₹63.74 lakh. This puts it right in the sweet spot of the luxury executive sedan segment.

The claimed fuel efficiency is about 14.11 kmpl.

The Audi A6 comes with a 1984 cc petrol engine.

Length: 4939 mm, Width: 2110 mm, Height: 1470 mm. It has serious road presence, though tight parking spaces may feel challenging.

The boot space of Audi A6 is 530 litres. Perfect for weekend getaways or airport luggage runs.

The ground clearance is approximately 165 mm. Sufficient for city roads, but you’ll need care over large speed breakers.

The estimated maintenance cost of Audi A6 for 5 years is around ₹3 to 3.5 lakh. Standard upkeep for a luxury German sedan.

With a mileage of 14.11 kmpl and petrol price of ₹100/litre, the running cost is about ₹7 per km. Luxury travel at a cost that stays reasonable for the segment.

Currently, the Audi A6 in India is offered with a petrol engine only. Smooth and refined, though diesel fans may miss the torque surge.

Main rivals include BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Jaguar XF, and Volvo S90.

Yes, all Audi A6 variants in India come with automatic transmission. The gearbox is smooth, making both city drives and highway runs effortless.

The current BMW 3 Series in its premium spec (M340i xDrive) is priced at ₹ around 75 lakh ex-showroom. Depending on your city, add registration, insurance, state tax etc., which can push the on-road price (Delhi or similar) to around ₹ 80 lakh or more.

The 3 Series’ top petrol version (M340i xDrive) uses a 2,998 cc inline-6 turbocharged petrol engine. It delivers around 368-370 horsepower and 500 Nm torque, with 0-100 km/h sprint time in roughly 4.4 seconds.

The M340i xDrive version gives about 13.02 kmpl (ARAI) in combined driving.

If you drive 10,000 km/year, fuel cost (M340i) will be ~ ₹ 82,300.

Routine service (oil change, filters, inspections) for a BMW sedan like 3 Series can cost ₹ 50,000-₹ 1,00,000+ per service depending on variant & parts needed (especially for imported or premium components). Wear items like brakes, tyres (premium), suspension components cost more than average sedans. Insurance: Because the on-road value is high (Rs 70-80 lakh), insurance premium will be high: likely ₹ 1-2 lakh/year or more, depending on coverage, driver record etc. Other costs: spare parts from BMW, malfunctions in electronics, servicing from authorised centres only—adds cost and waiting times.

Safety features include 6 airbags, LED headlamps, ABS + EBD, Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), Traction Control, Hill Start Assist etc.

Yes, but with caveats. If your routine includes highways or open roads, you’ll enjoy performance, stability, and comfort. In city traffic, low speeds, stop-go etc will reduce mileage, increase wear & tear. Also servicing + fuel + insurance cost adds up markedly. If you accept that and budget properly, 3 Series can be a very satisfying daily sedan. If your budget is tight or roads bad, might feel expensive to maintain.

Luxury / premium sedans (especially import or higher spec) depreciate steeply in the first few years in India. BMW brand helps, but maintenance history matters more.

The ex-showroom price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class in India ranges from ₹78.50 lakh to ₹91.65 lakh. The on-road price can start from around ₹90 lakh and go up to ₹1.08 crore, depending on the variant and city.

The E-Class in India is offered in three main variants: the E 200 LWB (petrol), E 220d LWB (diesel), and the top-spec E 450 4MATIC LWB (petrol).

The E-Class is available with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol (E 200), a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel (E 220d), and a more powerful 3.0-litre twin-turbo petrol (E 450). The petrol and diesel engines offer smooth, efficient performance for daily driving, while the E 450’s larger twin-turbo setup delivers strong acceleration and effortless overtaking, giving a sportier feel on highways.

The E-Class sold in India is the Long Wheelbase (LWB) version, offering a significantly extended cabin with class-leading rear-seat space and comfort, making it a popular choice for chauffeur-driven owners. Rear passengers get plenty of legroom and headroom, plus a serene, luxurious environment that makes long drives or traffic jams feel much more relaxing.

The ARAI-certified mileage of the E-Class ranges from 12 kmpl to 15 kmpl, with the diesel variants generally being more fuel-efficient.

The E-Class has a boot space of 540 litres, which is practical for both daily use and long-distance travel. It can easily fit around three to four large trolley bags along with a couple of smaller duffle bags, making it ideal for family trips or airport runs without worrying about space.

All variants of the E-Class are equipped with a 9-speed G-Tronic automatic transmission. Gear shifts are smooth and barely noticeable, helping the car feel effortless in city traffic while also delivering quick, responsive performance on highways.

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes with a panoramic sunroof.

The E-Class has a ground clearance of approximately 183 mm, which is higher than many of its rivals and is well-suited for Indian road conditions.

The E-Class has a strong safety record with a 5-star Euro NCAP rating. It is equipped with multiple airbags (up to 8 in some variants), ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, and a suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) like automated emergency braking.
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