Comparing the BMW X1 and the Tata Nexon 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 Nexon is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Nexon's 1199 cc, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 versus 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 44 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 17.4 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 3 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric start |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / AMT / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 382 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 208 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 1295 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2498 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Digital / 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 | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman |
| 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) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Up to 8-speaker Harman system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Yes |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | Projector + LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED signature |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 195/60 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 | 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 | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
