Comparing the BMW X1 and the MG Hector 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 MG Hector is priced at ₹1,464,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the MG Hector's 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel), producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 versus 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector. 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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| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel / 1.5L Turbo Petrol CNG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Petrol) / 350 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 587 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 1584 kg (Diesel) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| 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) | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Infinity Sound System - 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 215/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
