Comparing the BMW X5 and the BMW X1 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X5 is available at ₹9,999,000, while the BMW X1 is priced at ₹4,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the BMW X1's 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel), producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 versus 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1. 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 | 2998 cc | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 54 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 490 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 2130 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 1555 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2692 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | Yes - Driver (top) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes - Auto Folding |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| 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 | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC + fading compensation | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |










