Comparing the BMW X7 and the Hyundai Exter 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 Hyundai Exter is priced at ₹649,000. On the engine front, the BMW X7 comes with a 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) unit compared to the Hyundai Exter's 1197 cc, producing 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11.0 kmpl (approx) for the BMW X7 versus 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter. 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 | — | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 Petrol (xDrive40i) / 3.0L B57 Diesel (xDrive40d) / 4.4L V8 | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 11.0 kmpl (approx) | 19.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 / 8 | 4 |
| Power | 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm (6-cyl) / 700 Nm (Diesel) / 750 Nm (V8) | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | 5-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 326 Litres (3rd row up) | 391 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3100 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 241 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2445 kg | 912 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5151 mm / 2000 mm / 1805 mm | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) | Tilt |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row (4-Zone) Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row (Massage) | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual 4-Zone | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Executive Lounge | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Merino Leather | Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (32-Speaker) | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (Crown Shape) | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/50 R20 (front) / 315/45 R20 (rear) | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch / 22-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Available (Integrated with ESC) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + ADB | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - Surround View + 3D View | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline/Digital |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteCarbon BlackBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit GreyCopper Grey | Starry nightTitan greyGolden bronzeTitanium black matteTitanium blackAtlas whiteRanger khaki |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
