Comparing the BMW M5 and the Citroen eC3 X 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 eC3 X is priced at ₹1,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW M5 comes with a 4395 cc unit compared to the Citroen eC3 X's N/A (Electric Vehicle), producing 727 bhp (combined system output) and 57 HP (42.5 kW) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5 versus 325 km (MIDC claimed range) for the Citroen eC3 X. 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 | N/A (Electric Vehicle) |
| Drive Type | M xDrive AWD | FWD |
| Engine Type | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol + PHEV | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic | — |
| Mileage | 10.5 kmpl (approx) | 325 km (MIDC claimed range) |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 | — |
| Power | 727 bhp (combined system output) | 57 HP (42.5 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 1000 Nm (combined) | 143 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) | Single-Speed Automatic (Direct Drive) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) | 29.2 kWh |
| 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 | 315 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3050 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 128 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2440 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm | 3,981 × 1,733 × 1,593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2,540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) | No — Fixed |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Yes — Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Free-standing Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara | — |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker | JBL 6-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (Shine variant) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific wide body | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight | Projector LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Dual-tone Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS + Track mode | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes (top variant) |
| 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 WhitePlatinum GreyCobalt BlueTiger Orange |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
