Comparing the BMW M5 and the Tata Altroz Racer 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 Tata Altroz Racer is priced at ₹948,999. On the engine front, the BMW M5 comes with a 4395 cc unit compared to the Tata Altroz Racer's 1199 cc, producing 727 bhp (combined system output) and 120 PS @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5 versus 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz Racer. 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 |
| Engine Type | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor | 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol + PHEV | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox |
| Mileage | 10.5 kmpl (approx) | 19 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 | 3 |
| Power | 727 bhp (combined system output) | 120 PS @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Smart-Key Passive Engine Push Start/Stop Button |
| Torque | 1000 Nm (combined) | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) | Manual |
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 | 345 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3050 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 128 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2440 kg | 1036 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2501 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) | Electric power-assisted steering with manual Tilt adjustments |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Manual day/night anti-glare interior rearview mirror |
| Central Locking | Yes | Keyless remote entry with speed-sensing auto door lock capabilities |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Fully Automatic Climate Control system featuring an integrated "Xpress Cool" rapid drop utility |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) | 17.78 cm (7-inch) fully digital color driver's instrumentation console display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating | Segment-first 3-stage front-row ventilated seats |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) high-definition touchscreen console utilizing a smooth UI skin with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Smart proximity key fob access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Comfort power window operation across front and rear doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Dedicated rear-facing cabin cooling ducts |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara | Premium full leatherette black upholstery with dual contrast racing stripes and special "Racer" headrest embossing |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker | Advanced 8-Speaker surround system tuned by HARMAN |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | Voice-assisted single-pane electric sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | High-output front and rear Type-A and Type-C fast-charging ports |
| Voice Command | Yes | Multi-lingual voice recognition assistant controlling media, navigation, and sunroof configurations |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Built-in inductive smartphone wireless charging pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific wide body | Sporty front and rear bumper profiles featuring specialized dual-tip exposed functional exhaust ends |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated sharp LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Bumper-integrated front fog lamps |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight | Sleek automatic projector LED headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically adjustable and power-folding side mirrors finished in high-gloss black with integrated side turn blinkers |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Integrated rear window wiper assembly with glass heating defogger grid lines |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Clear-lens split LED taillight array |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) | 185/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 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 | Electronic hydraulic brake actuation assist. |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive | Advanced Electronic Stability Control with Electronic Traction Control |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Active Hill Hold Control logic system |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard rear seat safety anchors |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-degree high-definition surround-view parking camera matrix offering a live blind-view display |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided reverse distance sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Intelligent real-time Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green | Atomic OrangePure GreyAvenue White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
