Comparing the BMW X1 and the Mahindra Thar 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 Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹999,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 versus 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar. 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 | — | 12V heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Push Button Start | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Advanced Tyre Pressure Monitoring System featuring a unique Tyre Direction Monitoring System to display steering wheel orientation |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
