Comparing the BMW i5 and the Tata Safari EV side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW i5 is available at ₹8,999,000, while the Tata Safari EV is priced at ₹2,600,000. 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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| Battery | 84.3 kWh NMC (6th gen) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | — |
| Drive Type | RWD (eDrive40) / xDrive AWD (M60) | AWD (All-Wheel Drive) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Electric Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | — |
| Power | 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) | — |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 430 Nm (eDrive40) / 820 Nm (M60) | — |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 84.3 kWh | 60–70 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~30 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8.5 hours | Fast charging support |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (205 kW) | Yes |
| Range | 582 km - WLTP (eDrive40) | Up to 500 km |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | — |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | — |
| Kerb Weight | 2265 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1515 mm | — |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | — |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Active Steering) | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Dual-zone |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | Digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Merino Leather | — |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker / Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | — |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) | — |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | — |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 7 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackPhytonic BlueSkyscraper GreyFire Red metallicCape York Green metallic | White, Red, Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
