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Audi A6 vs BMW 3 Series

Prices, specs and on-road cost, side by side. Updated 8 Oct 2026.

Audi A6
BMW 3 Series

Audi

A6

From ₹64.81 Lakh

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BMW

3 Series

Last listed ₹77.1 Lakh

No longer sold in India

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Audi A6A6 Premium Plus · ₹64.81 Lakh
BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive · ₹77.1 Lakh

What's different

On the versions picked above

Price A6: ₹64.81 Lakh (ahead) 3 Series: ₹77.1 Lakh A6 ₹12.29 lakh cheaper
Airbags A6: 6 airbags 3 Series: 6 airbags No crash ratings yet
Mileage A6: 14.11 kmpl (ahead) 3 Series: 13.02 kmpl ARAI claim
Power A6: 265 PS 3 Series: 374 bhp (ahead) Torque 370 vs 500 Nm
Boot A6: 530 litres (ahead) 3 Series: 480 litres Length 4,939 vs 4,709 mm
Versions A6: 2 (ahead) 3 Series: 1

Pick the A6 for the lower price, better claimed mileage, the bigger boot and more versions.

Pick the 3 Series for more power.

Spec by spec

Price

Ex-showroom
₹64.81 Lakh
₹77.1 Lakh
On-road in
₹74.09 Lakh
₹88.09 Lakh
EMI, 5 years, 20% down
₹1,24,486 a month
₹1,47,997 a month

Headline figures

Powertrain
Petrol, automatic
Petrol, automatic
Power
265 PS
374 bhp
Torque
370 Nm
500 Nm
Gearbox
Automatic
Automatic
Mileage
14.11 kmpl
13.02 kmpl

Vehicle Details

Body Type
Executive Luxury Sedan
Sedan
Seating Capacity
5 Seats
5 Seater
Fuel Type
Not listed
Petrol

Engine & Performance

Fuel Type
Petrol
Not listed
Displacement
1,984 cc (2.0L)
Not listed
Engine Config
2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbocharged TFSI Petrol with 12V MHEV
Not listed
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Not listed
0-100
6.7 sec
Not listed
Top Speed
250 km/h
253 kmph
Engine
Not listed
B58 Turbocharged Inline-6, 2998 cc
Turbocharger
Not listed
Single Twin-Scroll Turbo
0-100 kmph
Not listed
4.4 seconds
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not listed
59 Litres
Emission Standard
Not listed
BS VI 2.0

Transmission & Hybrid

Transmission
7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch Automatic
Not listed
Gears
7
Not listed
Paddles
Yes
Not listed
Hybrid
12V Mild Hybrid (MHEV)
Not listed
Transmission Type
Not listed
8-Speed Steptronic Automatic
Drivetrain
Not listed
xDrive AWD
Drive Modes
Not listed
4 Selectable Modes

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Brakes
Ventilated Disc (338 mm)
Ventilated Disc, M Sport Brakes
Rear Brakes
Ventilated Disc (330 mm)
Ventilated Disc, M Sport Brakes
Front Suspension
Five-link Aluminium Axle Front Suspension
Multi-link
Rear Suspension
Five-link Aluminium Axle Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Wheel Type
18-inch 5-Arm Design Alloy Wheels
Not listed
Tyre Size
245/45 R18 Tubeless Radial
225/40 R19 (Front), 255/35 R19 (Rear), Run-Flat
Spare Wheel
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Not listed
Wheel Size
Not listed
19-inch Alloy

Dimensions & Capacities

Length
4,939 mm
4709 mm
Width
1,886 mm
1827 mm
Height
1,457 mm
1442 mm
Wheelbase
2,924 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
130 mm (unladen)
Kerb Weight
1,780 kg
1745 kg
Boot Space
530 Litres
480 Litres
Fuel Tank
73 Litres
Not listed
Turning Radius
6.0 m
Not listed

Safety & ADAS

NCAP Rating
5 stars, Euro NCAP (2018). Adult occupant 35.5/38, child occupant 41.9/49. Euro NCAP ratings last six years, and this one expired on 1 January 2025.
5 stars, Euro NCAP (2019). Adult occupant 37.1/38, child occupant 42.8/49. Euro NCAP ratings last six years, and this one expired on 1 January 2026.
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
6
ESP/TC
Yes (ESC, Traction Control, ABS, EBD, Hydraulic Brake Assist)
Not listed
ADAS
Level 1 (Audi Pre Sense Front, Lane Departure Warning, Cruise Control, Park Assist Plus)
Not listed
Camera
360-Degree Surround View Camera with Top View & Sensors
Not listed
TPMS
Yes (TPMS)
Not listed
ISOFIX
Yes (Rear outer seats)
Not listed
Safety Features
Not listed
ABS, Brake Assist, Traction Control, ESC, TPMS, Engine Immobilizer, ISOFIX Mounts, Anti-Theft Alarm
Driver Assistance
Not listed
Head-Up Display

Interior & Infotainment

Touchscreen
Dual MMI Touch Response (10.1-inch Upper Navigation + 8.6-inch Lower Climate Screen)
Not listed
Digital Cluster
12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus
Not listed
CarPlay/Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Not listed
Connected Tech
Audi Connect Suite with Remote Services & Navigation
Not listed
Audio System
Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium Sound (16 speakers 705W)
Not listed
Sunroof
Panoramic Dual-Pane Sunroof
Not listed
Seat Features
12-Way Power Front Seats with Driver Memory & 4-Way Lumbar
Not listed
Climate Control
4-Zone Deluxe Automatic Climate Control with Air Ionizer
Automatic with Rear AC Vents
Wireless Charger
Yes (Audi Phone Box Wireless Charging)
Not listed
Touchscreen Size
Not listed
14.9-inch, BMW Operating System 8.0
Instrument Cluster
Not listed
Digital, iDrive with Touch and Handwriting Recognition
Connectivity
Not listed
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, OTA Updates, Remote App Control
Sound System
Not listed
Harman Kardon Surround Sound, 16 Speakers
Seat Upholstery
Not listed
Leather, Sport Seats with Power Adjustment and Memory

Lighting & Exterior

Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights with Dynamic Light Sequencing
Not listed
Tail Lights
LED Tail Lamps with Dynamic Animation
LED
Fog/DRLs
LED DRLs & Integrated All-Weather Lights
Not listed
Headlight Type
Not listed
Adaptive LED with LED DRLs
Fog Lamps
Not listed
LED
Sunroof Type
Not listed
Sunroof
Wipers
Not listed
Rain-Sensing
Body Kit
Not listed
M Aerodynamics Package
Exhaust
Not listed
M Sport Exhaust

Colours & Warranty

Standard Warranty
2 Years / Unlimited km (extendable up to 5-10 Years)
Not listed
Service Interval
12 Months / 15,000 km
Not listed
Colour Options
Not listed
Tanzanite Blue Metallic, Dravit Grey Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, Fire Red, Arctic Race Blue
Warranty
Not listed
2 Years (standard BMW India warranty)

Choice

Versions
2 versions
1 version
Price range
₹64.81 Lakh – ₹71.66 Lakh
₹77.1 Lakh
Colours
5 colours
Not listed

Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.

Same engine and gearbox, closest price

Pick a pair to compare those two versions

Petrol, automatic

A6 Premium Plus₹64.81 Lakh M340i xDrive₹77.1 Lakh 3 Series ₹12.29 lakh more

On-road price by city

A6 A6 Premium Plus against 3 Series M340i xDrive

CityA63 SeriesGap
Mumbai₹76.04 Lakh₹90.4 LakhA6 ₹14.36 lakh less
Pune₹76.04 Lakh₹90.4 LakhA6 ₹14.36 lakh less
New Delhi₹74.09 Lakh₹88.09 LakhA6 ₹13.99 lakh less
Bengaluru₹79.29 Lakh₹94.27 LakhA6 ₹14.98 lakh less
Chennai₹80.6 Lakh₹95.82 LakhA6 ₹15.22 lakh less
Hyderabad₹81.27 Lakh₹96.62 LakhA6 ₹15.34 lakh less
Ahmedabad₹71.5 Lakh₹85 LakhA6 ₹13.50 lakh less
Kolkata₹74.09 Lakh₹88.09 LakhA6 ₹13.99 lakh less

Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.

Common questions

Which is cheaper, the A6 or the 3 Series?

The A6, by ₹12.29 lakh on the versions compared here: A6 A6 Premium Plus at ₹64.81 Lakh against 3 Series M340i xDrive at ₹77.1 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹74.09 Lakh against ₹88.09 Lakh.

Which gives better mileage?

The A6 claims 14.11 kmpl against 13.02 kmpl on the versions compared here. These are official test figures, not road measurements.

Which is safer?

The A6: 5 stars, Euro NCAP 2018 (rating now expired). The 3 Series: 5 stars, Euro NCAP 2019 (rating now expired). The A6 has 6 airbags and the 3 Series 6 airbags.

Which is more powerful?

The A6 A6 Premium Plus makes 265 PS and 370 Nm and the 3 Series M340i xDrive makes 374 bhp and 500 Nm.

Which is bigger?

The A6 is 230 mm longer. Boot space is 530 litres in the A6 and 480 litres in the 3 Series.

What is the EMI on each?

About ₹1,24,486 a month for the A6 and ₹1,47,997 for the 3 Series, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over 5 years at 9.5%.

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