Comparing the BMW iX and the Citroen C5 Aircross 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 C5 Aircross is priced at ₹3,699,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Citroen C5 Aircross's 1997 cc (Diesel), producing 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) and 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) 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 | 111.5 kWh NMC (xDrive50) / 76.6 kWh (xDrive40) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1997 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 53 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed EAT Automatic |
| Mileage | — | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (EAT8) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| 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 |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres + 80 L frunk | 580 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 2145 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 230 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2530 kg (xDrive50) | 1565 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| 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 Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Professional | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start |
| 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 | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - Integrated LED | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| 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 - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireArctic Race BlueSophisto GreyStorm BayAlpine WhiteDark GraphiteAventurin Red MetallicDune Grey | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
