Comparing the BMW X5 and the Volkswagen Virtus 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 Virtus is priced at ₹1,195,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Virtus's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 versus 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI for the Volkswagen Virtus. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 2998 cc | 999 cc / 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 19.89 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.41 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 4561 mm / 1752 mm / 1507 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2651 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 Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-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) | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| 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 | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) | 205/55 R16 / 215/45 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 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 |
| 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 | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyLava BlueRising Blue MetallicDeep BlackCherry RedAvocado-PearlCarbon Steel Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
