Comparing the BMW M5 and the Citroen Basalt side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M5 is available at ₹18,999,000, while the Citroen Basalt is priced at ₹799,000. On the engine front, the BMW M5 comes with a 4395 cc unit compared to the Citroen Basalt's 1199 cc, producing 727 bhp (combined system output) and 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5 versus 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt. 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 | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery | — |
| Displacement | 4395 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | M xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor | 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol + PHEV | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 10.5 kmpl (approx) | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 | 3 |
| Power | 727 bhp (combined system output) | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 1000 Nm (combined) | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) | — |
| Charging Time | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) | — |
| Range | 67 km EV range | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3050 kg | 1650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 128 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2440 kg | 1170 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| 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 | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific wide body | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Not Available (Coupe SUV) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) | 205/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS + Track mode | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | 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 | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
