Comparing the BMW X5 and the Hyundai Exter 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 Hyundai Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 versus 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter. 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 | — | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | 5-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 391 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC + fading compensation | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline/Digital |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |











