Comparing the BMW X1 and the Tata Altroz 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 Tata Altroz is priced at ₹689,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Altroz's 1199 cc, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 86 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 versus 18 – 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz. 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 |
| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.2L Revotron Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 37 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed DCA |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 18 – 19 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 3 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 86 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / DCA |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 345 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 1036–1150 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 3990 mm × 1755 mm × 1523 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2501 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual / Fully Automatic |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Semi-Digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen by Harman |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | Fabric / Premium Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | 4 to 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Yes |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Front + Rear |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Halogen Projector / LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Adjustable / Foldable |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 165/80 R14, 185/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Standard, up to 6 |
| 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 |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Arcade Grey, Avenue White, Downtown Red, Opera Blue, Harbour Blue, High Street Gold, Cosmo Dark |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |







