Comparing the BMW i7 and the Tata Safari Storme side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW i7 is available at ₹17,299,000, while the Tata Safari Storme is priced at ₹1,080,000. On the engine front, the BMW i7 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Tata Safari Storme's 2179 cc, producing 536 bhp (i7 xDrive60) / 659 bhp (i7 M70 xDrive) and 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) respectively. 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 | 101.7 kWh NMC (6th gen) | 12V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 2179 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | RWD / 4WD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 2.2 L VariCOR Turbocharged Diesel (VTT) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 55–63 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-speed Manual (initial), 6-speed Manual (Varicor 400) |
| Mileage | — | 13–14 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 536 bhp (i7 xDrive60) / 659 bhp (i7 M70 xDrive) | 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 745 Nm (xDrive60) / 1100 Nm (M70) | 320 Nm (standard), 400 Nm (Varicor 400) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 101.7 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~34 min (10-80%) / AC: ~10 hours (22 kW) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (195 kW) | — |
| Range | 625 km - WLTP (xDrive60) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen with Paddle Shift | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres | 981 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3310 kg | 2555 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 124 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2640 kg | 2000–2050 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5391 mm / 1950 mm / 1544 mm | 4655–4668 mm × 1894–1965 mm × 1786–1922 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3215 mm (LWB) | 2650–2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + Rear 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Panoramic Display | Analog / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DRIVING ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL + L3 Level 3 | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - All 4 Seats (Massage + Heating + Cooling) | No |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display + 31.3-inch 8K Rear Theatre Screen | Basic audio |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Soft Close Doors | Front only |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual 4-Zone | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - Executive Lounge Rear Seating with Massage | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Merino Leather / Nappa Leather (First Class) | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (36-Speaker) | Yes |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | No |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes - Front & Rear | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Selective Beam Laserlight LED | Projector-type |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Halogen / LED |
| Tyre Size | 245/50 R19 (front) / 275/45 R19 (rear) | 235/70 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive + L3 ADAS | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - Surround View 3D + Remote Park | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | No |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit GreyOxide Grey metallicAventurine Red metallicM Brooklyn GreyM Carbon Black metallicAlpine White solid | Arctic Silver, Urban Bronze, Sky Grey, Pearl White, Arctic White, Sardinia Red, Astern Black, Pearl Champagne |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.6 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
