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3 Series vs Amaze

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

3 Series
Price Range

₹62.7 lakh – ₹77.1 lakh

Mileage

16.13 km/l

Petrol / Diesel • 3 TrimsOpen model
VS
Honda

Amaze

Amaze
Price Range

₹7.65 lakh – ₹10 lakh

Mileage

18.65 - 19.46 km/l (ARAI)

Petrol • 6 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“3 Series and Amaze target slightly different buyer priorities while matching each other closely in total value. Choose 3 Series for individual equipment highlights or Amaze for ownership discipline.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose 3 Series if:

  • Professionals and family buyers who prioritize plush rear seat comfort, a big boot, and smooth highway stability.
Target Profile

Choose Amaze if:

  • Professionals and family buyers who prioritize plush rear seat comfort, a big boot, and smooth highway stability.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
3 Series

258 PS

400 Nm

Amaze

90 PS

110 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Amaze
3 Series

16.13 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Amaze Standout

18.65 - 19.46 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

BMW

3 Series

Listed items₹3,71,978
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,71,978
Honda

Amaze

Listed items₹3,14,961
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,14,961
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹55.55 lakh(Amaze lower)

320Ld M Sport

1998 cc turbo diesel • Automatic • 16.13 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹64.2 lakh

VX

1.2L i-VTEC, 1199 cc • Manual • 18.65 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹8.65 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

3 Series
Amaze
Engine TypeDiffers
3 Series:2.0L turbo petrol / 2.0L turbo diesel / 3.0L turbo petrol (M340i)
Amaze:1199 cc Petrol
Max PowerDiffers
3 Series:258 PS
Amaze:90 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
3 Series:400 Nm
Amaze:110 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
3 Series:Automatic
Amaze:CVT, Manual
Fuel OptionsDiffers
3 Series:Petrol, Diesel
Amaze:Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
3 Series:16.13 km/l
Amaze:18.65 - 19.46 km/l (ARAI)
3 Series
Amaze
Ground ClearanceDiffers
3 Series:140 mm
Amaze:170 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
3 Series:480 Litres
Amaze:416 Litres
Body Type
3 Series:Sedan
Amaze:Sedan
3 Series
Amaze
AirbagsDiffers
3 Series:2 Airbags Standard
Amaze:6 (standard)
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The 3 Series has a published mileage of 16.13 km/l. The Amaze has a published mileage of 18.65 - 19.46 km/l (ARAI).