Comparing the Tata Altroz and the BMW X3 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 ₹629,989, while the BMW X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 88 PS @ 6000 rpm and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.33 kmpl for the Tata Altroz versus 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3. 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 Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free Unit | — |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Revotron | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual/AMT, 6-Speed DCA | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 19.33 kmpl | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 88 PS @ 6000 rpm | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 L | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1,461 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,036 kg | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Smart Digital Steering Wheel with Tilt adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Remote keyless entry with perimeter anti-theft alert systems | Yes |
| Climate Control | ClimaTouch Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) with specialized 'Xpress Cool' rapid venting | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.16 cm digital read-out up to a premium 17.78 cm (7-inch) color TFT digital instrument cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | UltraView 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) HD Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman featuring wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart proximity entry with Passive Entry | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and Rear power windows with one-shot auto up/down on the driver side | Yes |
| Push Start | Passive Start (PEPS) push button | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated console-mounted rear vents included | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium tailored fabric or dual-tone perforated leatherette theme | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | 8-Speaker Premium Audio Array | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection available on 'S' designated variants | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Front dual ports (including 65W fast-charging Type-C outputs) along with dedicated rear charging outlets | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Advanced Voice Assist interpretation supporting direct vehicle controls for climate, audio, and sunroof functionality | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Built-in wireless smartphone charging pad with status display indicators | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Integrated high-intensity LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED Front Fog Lamps with built-in cornering light illumination functions | Yes |
| Headlight | Luminate LED Projector Headlamps with automatic auto-on functionality | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding Piano Black side mirrors with integrated LED blinkers | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Equipped with a rear wiper, washer jet, and defogger lines | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Infinity Connected LED Tail Lamps with end-to-end light signatures | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/60 R16 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless Tyres | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel, Alloy | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-Degree HD Surround View Camera System | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Proximity warning radar standard | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Real-time individual Tyre Pressure Monitoring System active display | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pristine WhitePure GreyRoyal BlueEmber GlowDune Glow | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
