NEPALAUTOMART
Ask the AdvisorSell your vehicle

Home / Compare / BMW 3 Series vs Hyundai Santa Fe

BMW 3 Series vs Hyundai Santa Fe in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
BMW 3 SeriesHyundai Santa Fe
Ex-showroom priceRs 2 crore – Rs 2.5 croreRs 1.9 crore
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale51
DistributorLaxmi Premium Motors (authorized BMW importer and distributor for Nepal)Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd. (Laxmi Hyundai)
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

BMW 3 Series

320d Sportरु 1,99,96,000
320i Luxury Editionरु 2,15,96,000
330i M Sportरु 2,29,96,000
330eरु 2,49,96,000
Luxury Editionरु 2,15,96,000

Hyundai Santa Fe

GLS 4WD ATरु 1,89,96,000
Specifications — 3 Series 320d Sport vs Santa Fe GLS 4WD AT
CategoryBMW 3 SeriesHyundai Santa Fe
Battery & Range
  • Not applicable, conventional diesel powertrain
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • Diesel engine, Sport trim; exact output not disclosed
  • 2.5L petrol engine, displacement 2497cc
  • GLS 4WD AT indicates four-wheel drive automatic transmission
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Dimensions
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Cargo
  • Boot capacity not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • Sport variant positioned as entry 3 Series
  • Marketed as offering brilliant daily comfort and presence
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Infotainment details not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Described as ensuring brilliant moments every day, implying modern convenience features
Safety
  • Safety feature list not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Design & Exterior
  • Sport line styling; further details not disclosed
  • Described as having a perfectly balanced stance for strong road presence
Sales & Imports
  • Listed as official BMW 3 Series variant in Nepal
  • Listed as SANTA FE GLS 4WD AT in official Nepal price list w.e.f. 12 March 2026
  • MRP on-road price NPR 18,996,000 as per official price list
Value for Money Verdict
  • Lowest-priced 3 Series in Nepal lineup
  • Positioned as a premium flagship Hyundai SUV in Nepal
Pros
  • More affordable than other 3 Series trims
  • Official 4WD AT flagship SUV from Hyundai Nepal
  • Strong road presence with balanced stance design
Cons
  • Detailed equipment list not publicly disclosed
  • Key detailed specs not openly listed on Nepal site
  • Single officially listed variant limits customer choice

Comparing each model's best-documented variant. Pick exact variants side by side in the interactive compare tool.

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BMW 3 Series or Hyundai Santa Fe?

As of July 2026, the Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.9 crore ex-showroom — Rs 10 lakh less than the BMW 3 Series at Rs 2 crore.

What is the price of the BMW 3 Series and Hyundai Santa Fe in Nepal?

The BMW 3 Series costs Rs 2 crore to Rs 2.5 crore and the Hyundai Santa Fe costs Rs 1.9 crore (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the BMW 3 Series or the Hyundai Santa Fe?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you — both are listed on the model pages. There is no single winner: the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

Dig deeper
BMW 3 Series full detailsHyundai Santa Fe full details⚖️ Build your own comparison💳 EMI calculator🛡 Insurance cost