Comparing the BMW X5 and the MG Astor 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 MG Astor is priced at ₹1,101,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the MG Astor's 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo), producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 versus 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI for the MG Astor. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 48 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic / CVT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 443 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 1790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 183 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 1250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2585 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| 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 | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| 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) | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) | Infinity 6-Speaker System |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof (top) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
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 Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| 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) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 17-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 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
