Comparing the BMW X3 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 X3 is available at ₹7,499,000, while the Tata Altroz is priced at ₹629,989. On the engine front, the BMW X3 comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Tata Altroz's 1199 cc, producing 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) and 88 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3 versus 19.33 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 Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free Unit |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 1.2L Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed Manual/AMT, 6-Speed DCA |
| Mileage | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 19.33 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) | 88 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 550 Litres | 345 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 1,461 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 204 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1840 kg | 1,036 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2501 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Smart Digital Steering Wheel with Tilt adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with perimeter anti-theft alert systems |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | ClimaTouch Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) with specialized 'Xpress Cool' rapid venting |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.16 cm digital read-out up to a premium 17.78 cm (7-inch) color TFT digital instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | UltraView 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) HD Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman featuring wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Smart proximity entry with Passive Entry |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear power windows with one-shot auto up/down on the driver side |
| Push Start | Yes | Passive Start (PEPS) push button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Dedicated console-mounted rear vents included |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather | Premium tailored fabric or dual-tone perforated leatherette theme |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 8-Speaker Premium Audio Array |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection available on 'S' designated variants |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Front dual ports (including 65W fast-charging Type-C outputs) along with dedicated rear charging outlets |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Advanced Voice Assist interpretation supporting direct vehicle controls for climate, audio, and sunroof functionality |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Built-in wireless smartphone charging pad with status display indicators |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated high-intensity LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED Front Fog Lamps with built-in cornering light illumination functions |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB | Luminate LED Projector Headlamps with automatic auto-on functionality |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding Piano Black side mirrors with integrated LED blinkers |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Equipped with a rear wiper, washer jet, and defogger lines |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Infinity Connected LED Tail Lamps with end-to-end light signatures |
| Tyre Size | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) | 185/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-Degree HD Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Proximity warning radar standard |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Real-time individual Tyre Pressure Monitoring System active display |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey | Pristine WhitePure GreyRoyal BlueEmber GlowDune Glow |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
