Comparing the BMW X7 and the BMW i5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X7 is available at ₹14,999,000, while the BMW i5 is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW X7 comes with a 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) unit compared to the BMW i5's N/A (Electric), producing 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) and 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) respectively. 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 | — | 84.3 kWh NMC (6th gen) |
| Displacement | 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | RWD (eDrive40) / xDrive AWD (M60) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 Petrol (xDrive40i) / 3.0L B57 Diesel (xDrive40d) / 4.4L V8 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 11.0 kmpl (approx) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 / 8 | — |
| Power | 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) | 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm (6-cyl) / 700 Nm (Diesel) / 750 Nm (V8) | 430 Nm (eDrive40) / 820 Nm (M60) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 84.3 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~30 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8.5 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (205 kW) |
| Range | — | 582 km - WLTP (eDrive40) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - Adaptive Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 326 Litres (3rd row up) | 490 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3100 kg | 2900 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 241 mm | 140 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2445 kg | 2265 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5151 mm / 2000 mm / 1805 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1515 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic (Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row (4-Zone) Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row (Massage) | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual 4-Zone | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Executive Lounge | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Merino Leather | SensaTec / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (32-Speaker) | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker / Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | Yes - 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 (Crown Shape) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/50 R20 (front) / 315/45 R20 (rear) | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch / 22-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + ADB | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - Surround View + 3D View | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteCarbon BlackBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit GreyCopper Grey | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackPhytonic BlueSkyscraper GreyFire Red metallicCape York Green metallic |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
