Comparing the BMW iX and the Citroen Basalt side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW iX is available at ₹11,999,000, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
Engine & Performance |
||
| Battery | 111.5 kWh NMC (xDrive50) / 76.6 kWh (xDrive40) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | — | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
||
| Battery Capacity | 111.5 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~35 min (10-80%) / AC: ~11 hours (22 kW) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (200 kW) | — |
| Range | 630 km - WLTP (xDrive50) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen (B mode) | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
||
| Boot Space | 500 Litres + 80 L frunk | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2530 kg (xDrive50) | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
||
| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Professional | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| 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 | Microfibre / Veganza / Merino Leather | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
||
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - Integrated LED | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
||
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive + ADB | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Surround View | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
||
| Car Image 1 |
|
|
| Car Image 2 |
|
|
| Car Image 3 |
|
|
| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireArctic Race BlueSophisto GreyStorm BayAlpine WhiteDark GraphiteAventurin Red MetallicDune Grey | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
