Comparing the Citroen Basalt and the BMW X5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Citroen Basalt is available at ₹799,000, while the BMW X5 is priced at ₹9,999,000. On the engine front, the Citroen Basalt comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the BMW X5's 2998 cc, producing 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm and 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Citroen Basalt versus 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5. 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 | 1199 cc | 2998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 83 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 18.75 kmpl (MT) / 18.58 kmpl (AT) - ARAI | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 6 |
| Power | 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 470 Litres | 645 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2870 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1170 kg | 2210 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4355 mm / 1776 mm / 1593 mm | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2651 mm | 2975 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| 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 | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Auto Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Coupe SUV) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R17 | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC + fading compensation |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmo BlueSteel GreyGarnet RedPerla Nera Black | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
