Comparing the BMW X5 and the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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 Mahindra XUV 3XO is priced at ₹754,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Mahindra XUV 3XO's 1,197 cc, producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 versus 20 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV 3XO. 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 automotive battery layout |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1,197 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | mStallion Turbo Charged Intercooled Gasoline Direct injection (TGDi) engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 42 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AutoSHIFT+ AMT / 6-Speed AISIN Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 20 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Smart passive proximity electronic starter with automatic idle start-stop capabilities |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 230 Nm @ 1,500‑3,750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 364 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 1737 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 201 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 1392 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 3,990 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,647 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2,600 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with adjustable tilt and selectable Smart Steering Modes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic door lock layout |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital instrument cluster with customizable layout options |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Standard speed cruise controls; range-topping models get Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go logic |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) AdrenoX floating touchscreen interface with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Express up/down electronic window links across doors with safety anti-pinch sensors |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Dedicated rear-facing climate ventilation modules |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated fold-down armrest with built-in dual cupholders |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | Premium white/leatherette upholstery options on higher specs; high-grade fabrics on lower tiers |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) | Premium Harman Kardon 7-Speaker sound configuration boasting a dedicated 4-channel digital amplifier |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | First-in-segment "Skyroof" (a massive panoramic sunroof design layout) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Multiple fast-charging ports (including a high-power 65W Type-C port). |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | AI voice interaction network syncable with built-in Alexa |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone stylized bumpers standard across variations |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Signature stylized C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Bumper-integrated front LED fog lights |
| Headlight | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | High-throw dual-barrel LED Projector headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding | Electrically controlled side mirrors housing sharp LED blinker strips |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate window element |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Integrated low-profile roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Infinity end-to-end connected horizontal LED tail lamp signature |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 215/55 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | Alloy/ Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC + fading compensation | Active Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Standard electronic incline descent and uphill holding safety brake lock |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated second-row anchoring frames |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-degree surround-view camera array on higher luxury models |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Digital Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with live status alerts |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey | Citrine YellowDeep ForestDune BeigEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNebula BlueStealth BlackTango Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |










