Comparing the Tata Altroz and the BMW 5 Series side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Tata Altroz is available at ₹689,000, while the BMW 5 Series is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the BMW 5 Series's 1998 cc (4-cyl) / 2998 cc (6-cyl), producing 86 PS @ 6000 rpm and 252 bhp (520i) / 374 bhp (M550i) / 190 bhp (520d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18 – 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz versus 15.17 kmpl (520d) - ARAI for the BMW 5 Series. 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 | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1998 cc (4-cyl) / 2998 cc (6-cyl) |
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD / xDrive AWD (top) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Litres | 69 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed DCA | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 18 – 19 kmpl | 15.17 kmpl (520d) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 / 6 |
| Power | 86 PS @ 6000 rpm | 252 bhp (520i) / 374 bhp (M550i) / 190 bhp (520d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm | 350 Nm (520i) / 500 Nm (M550i) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / DCA | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 Litres | 520 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2340 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 130 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1036–1150 kg | 1790 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm × 1755 mm × 1523 mm | 4996 mm / 1900 mm / 1510 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering optional) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Remote | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual / Fully Automatic | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Lane Change Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen by Harman | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Leatherette | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) |
| Sound System | 4 to 8 Speakers | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Yes | Glass Sunroof / Sky Lounge Panoramic (top) |
| USB Ports | Front + Rear | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector / LED | Adaptive LED Headlamps / Laserlight (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically Adjustable / Foldable | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/80 R14, 185/60 R16 | 225/55 R17 (base) / 245/45 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 17-inch / 19-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Standard, up to 6 | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Arcade Grey, Avenue White, Downtown Red, Opera Blue, Harbour Blue, High Street Gold, Cosmo Dark | M Carbon Black metallicMineral White metallicOxide Grey metallicPhytonic BlueSparkling Copper Grey metallic |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
