Comparing the BMW iX 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 iX is available at ₹11,999,000, while the Tata Safari Storme is priced at ₹1,080,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Tata Safari Storme's 2179 cc, producing 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) 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.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
Engine & Performance |
||
| Battery | 111.5 kWh NMC (xDrive50) / 76.6 kWh (xDrive40) | 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 | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) | 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) | 320 Nm (standard), 400 Nm (Varicor 400) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual |
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 | 981 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 2555 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2530 kg (xDrive50) | 2000–2050 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm | 4655–4668 mm × 1894–1965 mm × 1786–1922 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2650–2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
||
| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | Analog / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Professional | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | No |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Basic audio |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front only |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Microfibre / Veganza / Merino Leather | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) | Yes |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | No |
| Voice Command | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
||
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - Integrated LED | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | Projector-type |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Halogen / LED |
| Tyre Size | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) | 235/70 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
||
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive + ADB | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | No |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Surround View | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | No |
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 | Arctic Silver, Urban Bronze, Sky Grey, Pearl White, Arctic White, Sardinia Red, Astern Black, Pearl Champagne |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
