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BMW 3 Series LWB vs BMW M8 Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive BMW 3 Series LWB and BMW M8 comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
BMW 3 Series LWB 330Li M Sport is priced at ₹62 Lakh, BMW M8 Coupe is priced at ₹2.38 Cr.
BMW 3 Series LWB 330Li M Sport comes with 1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine, BMW M8 Coupe comes with 4395 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine.

BMW 3 Series LWB vs BMW M8 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsBMW 3 Series LWBBMW M8
Engine Capacity1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC4395 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Power255 bhp @ 5000 rpm617 bhp @ 6000 rpm
TransmissionAutomatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport ModeAutomatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
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BMW 3 Series LWB 330Li M Sport
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62.00 Lakh

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BMW M8 Coupe
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2.38 Cr

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62.00 Lakh
2.38 Cr
EMI
₹1,14,482

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₹4,40,203

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User Rating
4.6
NaN
NCAP Rating

Frunk Storage
No of Rows
2 Rows
2 Rows
Seating Capacity
5 Person
4 Person
Doors
4 Doors
2 Doors
Bootspace
480 litres
420 litres
Fuel Tank Capacity
59 litres
68 litres

Highway Mileage
AC Regular Charging
Range
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)
400 Nm @ 1550-4400 Rpm
750 Nm @ 1800-5600 Rpm
DC Fast Charging
Transmission
Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Engine Type
B48 Turbocharged I4
S63 Twin-Turbocharged V8
Electric Motor Assist
Battery
Battery Charging
Electric Motor
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
255 Bhp @ 5000 Rpm
617 Bhp @ 6000 Rpm
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed
6.2 seconds
3.2 seconds
Others
Idle Start/Stop
Idle Start/Stop
Pure Electric Driving Mode
Alternate Fuel
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
400 Nm @ 1550-4400 Rpm
750 Nm @ 1800-5600 Rpm
Max Motor Performance
Mileage (ARAI)
15.39 kmpl
8.77 kmpl
AC Fast Charging
Top Speed
250 kmph
250 kmph
Drivetrain
RWD
AWD
Driving Range
908 km
596 km
Engine
1998 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
4395 Cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
6.2 seconds
3.2 seconds
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Performance on Alternate Fuel
Turbocharger / Supercharger
Turbocharged
Twin Turbo
City Mileage

Ground Clearance (unladen)
130 mm
Height
1441 mm
1362 mm
Width
2068 mm
1907 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
130 mm
Kerb Weight
1960 kg
Wheelbase
2961 mm
2827 mm
Length
4823 mm
4867 mm

Rear Suspension
Five-link Axle In Lightweight Aluminium-steel Construction
Five-link Axle With Adaptive Variable Damper Control
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Tyre Construction
Run-Flat
Radial - Tubeless
Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel
Space Saver
Space Saver
Front Tyres
225 / 45 R18
275 / 35 R20
Rear Tyres
255 / 40 R18
285 / 35 R20
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Front Suspension
Double-joint Spring-strut Axle In Lightweight Aluminium-steel Construction, Hydraulically Damped Torque Strut Bearingsconstruction
Double Wishbone Axle With Adaptive Variable Damper Control
Steering Type
Power Assisted (Electric)
Power Assisted (Electric)
Minimum Turning Radius
6 metres
6.1 metres
Four Wheel Steering

Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
Body Kit
Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips
Sunroof / Moonroof
Panoramic
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Roof-mounted Antenna

Child Safety Lock
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Central Locking
Keyless
Keyless
Engine Immobiliser

Rear Passenger Seat Type
Bench
Bench
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
10 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Seat Height: Up / Down, Seat Base Angle: Up / Down, Backrest Bolsters: In / Out) + 4 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down, Extended Thigh Support: Forward / Back)
16 Way Electrically Adjustable With 2 Memory Presets (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Seat Height: Up / Down, Lumbar: Up / Down, Lumbar: Forward / Back, Seat Base Angle: Up / Down, Shoulder Support: Forward / Back, Backrest Bolsters: In / Out) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Driver Armrest
Ventilated Seat Type
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)
Massage Seats
Second Row Seat Adjustment
2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)
Driver Seat Adjustment
10 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Seat Height: Up / Down, Seat Base Angle: Up / Down, Backrest Bolsters: In / Out) + 4 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down, Extended Thigh Support: Forward / Back)
16 Way Electrically Adjustable With 2 Memory Presets (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Seat Height: Up / Down, Lumbar: Up / Down, Lumbar: Forward / Back, Seat Base Angle: Up / Down, Shoulder Support: Forward / Back, Backrest Bolsters: In / Out) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)
Interiors
Dual Tone
Dual Tone
Interior Colours
Fine-wood Trim Ash Grey-Brown
Silverstone / Black, Black
Seat Upholstery
Leather
Leather
Ventilated Seats
Rear Armrest
Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat
Flat
Flat
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Split Rear Seat
40:20:40
50:50

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Lane Departure Prevention
Optional
Puncture Repair Kit
Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Blind Spot Detection
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
NCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
High-beam Assist
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Optional
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Rear Middle Head Rest
Overspeed Warning
1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph
1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph
Rear Cross-traffic Assist

Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Wiper
Door Pockets
Front & Rear
Front
Side Window Blinds
Interior Door Handles Finish
Chrome
Chrome
Bootlid Opener
Electric Tailgate Release
Electric Opening And Closing
Soft-close Door
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)
Both Sides
Both Sides
Adjustable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Power Windows Position
Front & Rear
Front Only
Rear Windshield Blind
Rear Defogger
Scuff Plates
Metallic
Illuminated
Exterior Door Handles Finish
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
One Touch Up
All
Front
One Touch Down
All
Front
Rain-sensing Wipers
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front Only
Exterior Door Handles
Body Coloured
ORVM Colour
Body Coloured
Interior Door Handles
Chrome

Speakers
16
16
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3 inch
10.25 inch
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Internal Hard Drive
Head Unit Size
Gesture Control
Wireless Charger
AUX Compatibility
Bluetooth Compatibility
Phone & Audio Streaming
Phone & Audio Streaming
AM/FM Radio
Steering-mounted controls
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Touchscreen Size
12.3 inch
10.25 inch
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
USB Compatibility
Display
Touch-screen Display
Touch-screen Display
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Android Auto
Wireless
iPod Compatibility
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Low Fuel Level Warning
Average Fuel Consumption
Trip Meter
2 Trips Electronic
2 Trips Electronic
Average Speed
Clock
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Shift Indicator
Door Ajar Warning
Instrument Cluster
Digital
Digital
Instrument Cluster Screen Type
Digital
Digital
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Instantaneous Consumption

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

Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Cup Holders Position
Front & Second Row
Front Only
Sunglass Holder
Cup Holders
Front Only

Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
Third Row AC Zone
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Cabin Boot Access
Air Conditioner
Automatic Three Zone
Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC
Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Parking Assist
360 Degree Camera
360 Degree Camera
Heater
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
Electric Tilt & Telescopic
Anti-glare Mirrors
Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Cruise Control
Rear AC
Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
Air Purifier
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Driver & Co-Driver
Driver & Co-Driver
Electronic Parking Brake
Auto Hold
Auto Hold
Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones
Automatic Climate Control: Three Zone
Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone
12V Power Outlets

Taillights
LED
LED
Puddle Lamps
Automatic Headlamps
Ambient Interior Lighting
Fog Lights
LED
LED,LED
Reading Lamp
Headlights
LED
LED
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights
Active
Intelligent
Light on Vanity Mirrors
Driver & Co-Driver
Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Lamps Position
Front And Rear
Front And Rear
Ambient Interior Count
6
Cabin Lamps
Front And Rear

Ride Height Adjustment
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
Four-Wheel-Drive
Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Hill Descent Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Brake Assist (BA)
Differential Lock

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Pros And Cons

Pros
Cons

BMW 3 Series LWB

  • ​Best-in-segment rear seat legroom in BMW 3 Series LWB
  • Strong petrol and diesel engine performance
  • Premium interiors with advanced infotainment
  • Balanced ride quality for comfort and driving pleasure
  • Trusted BMW build quality and brand value

BMW M8

  • ​Brutal BMW M8 V8 performance and acceleration
  • Luxurious interior with true grand-tourer comfort
  • Advanced M xDrive with rear-wheel-drive flexibility
  • Track-capable dynamics with everyday usability
  • Strong BMW M brand prestige

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