Comparing the BMW iX1 and the BMW M5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW iX1 is available at ₹6,699,000, while the BMW M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX1 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 313 bhp (xDrive30) and 727 bhp (combined system output) 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 | 66.5 kWh Lithium-Ion NMC (5th gen) | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual - AWD) | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | — | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 8 |
| Power | 313 bhp (xDrive30) | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~34 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours (11 kW) | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (130 kW) | — |
| Range | 440 km - WLTP | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 194 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2060 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1616 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.7-inch BMW Curved Display + 10.25-inch Central Display | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access |
| 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 | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 20-inch M Alloy Wheels | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteM Carbon BlackNight Dusk BlueSkyscraper Grey | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
