Comparing the BMW X1 and the BMW M4 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X1 is available at ₹4,999,000, while the BMW M4 is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW M4's 2993 cc, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 versus 9.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M4. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 2993 cc |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | RWD / M xDrive AWD (Competition xDrive) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 9.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 6 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 650 Nm @ 2750-5500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (M Steptronic DCT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2280 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 130 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 1730 kg (xDrive) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 4794 mm / 1887 mm / 1393 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2857 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | M Carbon Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight optional |
| 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 | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS with Track mode |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - M DSC with MDM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Brooklyn GreyBlack SapphireIsle of Man GreenSao Paulo YellowSkyscraper GreyAventurine RedToronto RedPortimao BlueTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |











