Comparing the BMW X5 and the Volkswagen Tayron 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 Volkswagen Tayron is priced at ₹3,899,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Tayron's 1498 cc / 1984 cc, producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 148 bhp (1.5L) / 220 bhp (2.0L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 versus 14.32 kmpl - ARAI for the Volkswagen Tayron. 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 | 1498 cc / 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / 4Motion AWD (2.0L) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | 1.5L TSI evo ACT / 2.0L TSI |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 58 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 14.32 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 148 bhp (1.5L) / 220 bhp (2.0L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 250 Nm (1.5L) / 350 Nm (2.0L) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 2250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 1695 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 4768 mm / 1858 mm / 1662 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2791 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 | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Yes - Adaptive ACC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.9-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) | Leather (top) / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| 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 IQ.Light Matrix 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) | 235/50 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 8 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° Area View |
| 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 | Oxy WhiteGrenadilla BlackNightshade BlueUltra VioletDolphin GreyOyster SilverCipressino Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |










