Comparing the Tata Altroz and the BMW M5 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 M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 86 PS @ 6000 rpm and 727 bhp (combined system output) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18 – 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz versus 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5. 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 | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | FWD | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed DCA | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | 18 – 19 kmpl | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 8 |
| Power | 86 PS @ 6000 rpm | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / DCA | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | — | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Range | — | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 Litres | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1036–1150 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm × 1755 mm × 1523 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) |
| 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 Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen by Harman | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| 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 | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | 4 to 8 Speakers | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Yes | Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Front + Rear | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector / LED | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically Adjustable / Foldable | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/80 R14, 185/60 R16 | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | 2 Standard, up to 6 | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive |
| 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 | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.8 |








