Audi A4 vs Bmw X3

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Audi A4

Audi A4

Technology 40 TFSI

55.83 lakh

BMW X3

Bmw X3

xDrive20d M Sport Diesel

78.20 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1984 cc
1995 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Diesel

Gearbox Type

DCT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

7
8

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

204hp at 4475-6000rpm
197hp at 4000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

320Nm at 1450-4200rpm
400Nm at 1500-2750 rpm

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Fuel & Performance

Emission Standard

–
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

Official Fuel Economy

17.4 kmpl
17.86 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

54 litres
60 litres

0-100kph

7.19 s
7.7 s

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
–

Drive Mode Types

N/A
–

User Reported Mileage

16.28 kmpl
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

4.29 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

5.52 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, multi-link
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Independent, multi-link
Independent, Multi-link

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

N/A

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Powered

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Turning Radius

–
6.1 m

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
19 inches

Front Tyre Size

225/50 R17
245/50 R19

Rear Tyre Size

225/50 R17
245/50 R19

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

N/A
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4762 mm
4755 mm

Width

1847 mm
1920 mm

Height

1433 mm
1660 mm

Wheelbase

2826 mm
2865 mm

Ground Clearance

–
216 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Doors

4
5

Kerb Weight

1555 kg
–

Boot Capacity

460 litres
–

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Interior Lamps

Vanity Mirror

12 Volt Port

Bluetooth Connectivity

Door Pockets

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
All

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Powered Tailgate

Electric Tailgate Release

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Cabin Boot Access

Cup Holders

Cooled Storage

Rear Reading Lamp

Cooled Cup Holders

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

3-zone
3-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Glove Box

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Safety

Airbags

8
8

Passenger Airbag

Seat Belt Warning

Overspeed Warning

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Curtain Airbag

Dashcam

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Lane Departure Avoidance

Side Airbag

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Door Ajar Warning

Driver Airbag

Front Collision Avoidance

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
Front & Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Only
Warning Only

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

High Beam Assist

–

Heads Up Display

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Wheel Arch Cladding

Projector Headlamps

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

ORVM turn indicators

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Scuff Plates

–

LED fog lamps

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Rub Strips

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leather
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.1-inch Touchscreen
14.9-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Questions you may find useful

•20w

Hi Autocar Team, thank you for answering my previous question in such a detailed manner. You had recommended the A4 as first preference with the Kodiaq also to be considered. If I am open to buying used cars then that opens up many more options as well. My dad and I are huge BMW fans and I think the previous gen X3 is the perfect luxury car. Great interiors and exterior, amazing performance and handling, has all the features we need, is spacious enough for a family of 4 and has more than enough boot space for long trips. The only downside might be a stiffer ride than the A4. I'm looking at used X3s that are less than 4 years old, has run less than 40k KM's, and is still under extended warranty. If possible I'd prefer to buy from a BMW authorised used car dealership. My main concern is the maintainance and repair costs a Used X3 might come with vs an A4 given than it's a segment higher with more expensive spare parts and has already run 30-40kms. In your experience is it worth risking the peace of mind that comes with a new car purchase to go for your perfect dream car instead. A new A4 and a used X3 might cost the same in terms of purchase, but I'm worried if the used X3 might cost much more over the long term.