Comparing the BMW iX1 and the Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX1 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 313 bhp (xDrive30) and 168–170 PS @ 3750 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 | 66.5 kWh Lithium-Ion NMC (5th gen) | 12V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | FWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual - AWD) | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | — | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 313 bhp (xDrive30) | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~34 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours (11 kW) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (130 kW) | — |
| Range | 440 km - WLTP | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 420 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2610 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 194 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2060 kg | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1616 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Automatic |
| Cluster | 10.7-inch BMW Curved Display + 10.25-inch Central Display | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | JBL |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Multiple |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 20-inch M Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| 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 | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
