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3 Series vs AMG A 45 S

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
Mercedes-Benz

AMG A 45 S

AMG A 45 S
Price Range

₹87 lakh

Mileage

11.0 km/l

Petrol • 1 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 AMG A 45 S target slightly different buyer priorities while matching each other closely in total value. Choose 3 Series for individual equipment highlights or AMG A 45 S 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 AMG A 45 S if:

  • First-time buyers, small families, and city commuters who want an easy-to-park car with great mileage.
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

AMG A 45 S

416 bhp

500 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:3 Series
3 Series Standout

16.13 km/l

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

AMG A 45 S

11.0 km/l

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
Mercedes-Benz

AMG A 45 S

Listed items₹5,45,455
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹5,45,455
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

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

Price Delta:₹22.8 lakh(3 Series lower)

320Ld M Sport

1998 cc turbo diesel • Automatic • 16.13 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹64.2 lakh

Aero Track Edition

2.0-litre in line engine, 1991 cc • DCT • 11.0 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹87 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

3 Series
AMG A 45 S
Engine TypeDiffers
3 Series:2.0L turbo petrol / 2.0L turbo diesel / 3.0L turbo petrol (M340i)
AMG A 45 S:1991 cc Petrol
Max PowerDiffers
3 Series:258 PS
AMG A 45 S:416 bhp
Peak TorqueDiffers
3 Series:400 Nm
AMG A 45 S:500 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
3 Series:Automatic
AMG A 45 S:DCT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
3 Series:Petrol, Diesel
AMG A 45 S:Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
3 Series:16.13 km/l
AMG A 45 S:11.0 km/l
3 Series
AMG A 45 S
Ground ClearanceDiffers
3 Series:140 mm
AMG A 45 S:170 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
3 Series:480 Litres
AMG A 45 S:350 Litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
3 Series:—
AMG A 45 S:50 Litres
Body TypeDiffers
3 Series:Sedan
AMG A 45 S:Hatchback
3 Series
AMG A 45 S
AirbagsDiffers
3 Series:2 Airbags Standard
AMG A 45 S:—
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 AMG A 45 S has a published mileage of 11.0 km/l.