Comparing the BMW X1 and the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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 XUV 3XO is priced at ₹754,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra XUV 3XO's 1,197 cc, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 versus 20 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV 3XO. 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 automotive battery layout |
| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1,197 cc |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | mStallion Turbo Charged Intercooled Gasoline Direct injection (TGDi) engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 42 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AutoSHIFT+ AMT / 6-Speed AISIN Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 20 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 3 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Smart passive proximity electronic starter with automatic idle start-stop capabilities |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 230 Nm @ 1,500‑3,750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 364 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1737 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 201 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 1392 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 3,990 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,647 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2,600 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with adjustable tilt and selectable Smart Steering Modes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic door lock layout |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital instrument cluster with customizable layout options |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Standard speed cruise controls; range-topping models get Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go logic |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) AdrenoX floating touchscreen interface with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Express up/down electronic window links across doors with safety anti-pinch sensors |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Dedicated rear-facing climate ventilation modules |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated fold-down armrest with built-in dual cupholders |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | Premium white/leatherette upholstery options on higher specs; high-grade fabrics on lower tiers |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Premium Harman Kardon 7-Speaker sound configuration boasting a dedicated 4-channel digital amplifier |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | First-in-segment "Skyroof" (a massive panoramic sunroof design layout) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Multiple fast-charging ports (including a high-power 65W Type-C port). |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | AI voice interaction network syncable with built-in Alexa |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone stylized bumpers standard across variations |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Signature stylized C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Bumper-integrated front LED fog lights |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | High-throw dual-barrel LED Projector headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically controlled side mirrors housing sharp LED blinker strips |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate window element |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Integrated low-profile roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Infinity end-to-end connected horizontal LED tail lamp signature |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 215/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy/ Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Active Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Standard electronic incline descent and uphill holding safety brake lock |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated second-row anchoring frames |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | 360-degree surround-view camera array on higher luxury models |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Digital Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with live status alerts |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Citrine YellowDeep ForestDune BeigEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNebula BlueStealth BlackTango Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
