Comparing the BMW iX and the Hyundai Exter 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 Hyundai Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm 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) | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | — | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | 5-Speed Manual |
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 | 391 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2530 kg (xDrive50) | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| 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 | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Microfibre / Veganza / Merino Leather | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - Integrated LED | — |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| 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 | Highline/Digital |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireArctic Race BlueSophisto GreyStorm BayAlpine WhiteDark GraphiteAventurin Red MetallicDune Grey | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
