Comparing the BMW 5 Series and the Mahindra Thar LX Diesel 4WD HT Automatic side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW 5 Series is available at ₹7,499,000, while the Mahindra Thar LX Diesel 4WD HT Automatic is priced at a price on request. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1998 cc (4-cyl) / 2998 cc (6-cyl) | — |
| Drive Type | RWD / xDrive AWD (top) | — |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | — |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | — |
| Mileage | 15.17 kmpl (520d) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 / 6 | — |
| Power | 252 bhp (520i) / 374 bhp (M550i) / 190 bhp (520d) | — |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 350 Nm (520i) / 500 Nm (M550i) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | — |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 520 Litres | — |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | — |
| Kerb Weight | 1790 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 4996 mm / 1900 mm / 1510 mm | — |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | — |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering optional) | — |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | — |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Lane Change Assist | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | — |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | — |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | — |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker (top) | — |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof / Sky Lounge Panoramic (top) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | — |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps / Laserlight (top) | — |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 245/45 R19 (top) | — |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | — |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | — |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | — |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | — |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | — |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | M Carbon Black metallicMineral White metallicOxide Grey metallicPhytonic BlueSparkling Copper Grey metallic | — |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
