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BMW M8 vs BMW X1 Comparison

Compare BMW M8 vs BMW X1 to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on BMW M8 vs BMW X1 compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

M8 vs X1 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsM8X1
Price2.56 Cr50.9 L
Power4395 CC1995 CC
ClassCoupeSUV
Mileage9 KM/L16 - 20 KM/L
M8
BMW M8
Ex-Showroom Price
₹2.56 Cr
X1
BMW X1
Ex-Showroom Price
₹50.9 L
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Competition Coupe
BMW M8
Competition Coupe
2.56 Cr
sDrive18i M Sport
BMW X1
sDrive18i M Sport
50.9 L
OverviewSpecificationsFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.8
8.0
Value For Money6.007.50
Significance6.007.50
Styling9.008.00
Comfort9.508.00
Safety9.008.50
Merit Or Usp9.507.75

Specifications

Engine Type4.4-litre V8 Twin-turbocharged Motor1.5-litre, 3-cylinder Petrol Engine
Displacement (CC)4395 CC1499 CC
No. of Cylinders83
Power600 bhp @ 6000 rpm @ 6000 rpm134 bhp @ 4400–6500 rpm @ 4400-6500 rpm
Torque750 Nm @ 1800-5600 rpm @ 1800-5600 rpm230 Nm @ 1500–4000 rpm @ 1500-4000 rpm
Top Speed250210
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph3.29.2
No. of Gears87
Drive TrainAWDFWD
Turbocharger YesN/A
Emissions StandardBS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
Length4867 mm4500 mm
Width1907 mm1845 mm
Height1362 mm1642 mm
Wheelbase2827 mm2692 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm203 mm
Kerb Weight1960 KG1430 KG
Boot Space420 L500 L
No. of Doors25
No. of Rows22
Seating Capacity45
Fuel tank Capacity68.051.0
Mileage ARAI8.70 KM/L16.35 KM/L
Mileage - City7.00 KM/L14.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway10.00 KM/L16.35 KM/L
Front SuspensionDouble WishboneIndependent Strut-type Suspension
Rear SuspensionFive-linkSpace-SaverMulti-Link Suspension
Front Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Steering TypeElectric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicTilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeRadial WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size275/35 R20225/50 R18
Rear Tyre Size285/35R20225/50 R18
Spare Wheel TypeSpace-SaverAlloy Wheels
Spare Wheel Size275/35 R20225 / 55 R18

Features

Air Conditioner4-Zone Climate Control2-zone automatic air conditioning
Front ACSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlDual Zone Climate Control
Rear AC YesVents Behind Front Armrest
Heater Yes Yes
Climate ControlAutomatic Dual ZoneDual Zone
Paddle Shift Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Cruise Control YesAdaptive with Braking Function
Power Windows Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate Yes Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Electric Tailgate Yes Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger Yes Yes
Servotronic Steering Assist No Yes
Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle and parking function No Yes
LED daytime running lamps No Yes
LED turn indicators in the eyebrow No Yes
Twin exhaust tailpipe in Chrome finish No Yes
Automatic Air Conditioning with individually adjustable temperature for Driver and Passenger side No Yes
Air-vents for rear seat occupants No Yes
Active Seats for the Driver and Front Passenger No Yes
Individually Adjustable Sport Seats for driver and front passenger No Yes
 M Leather Steering Wheel No Yes
Electric Seat Adjustments No Yes
Automatic Tailgate Operation No Yes
BMW Digital Key Plus No Yes
Panoramic Glass Sunroof No Yes
Seat Adjustment for the rear seats No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentElectrically AdjustableElectrically Adjustable with Memory Function
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentElectrically AdjustableElectrically Adjustable
Seat UpholsteryMerino LeatherVeganza Perforated Upholstery
Rear Armrest YesYes, with Cup Holders
Front Armrest YesYes, with Storage
Folding Rear Seat Yes Yes
Split Rear Seat40:20:4040:20:40 Split
Front Seatback Pockets Yes Yes
Headrests YesFront and Rear
Seat Memory Function Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
No. of Airbags66
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Curtain Airbag Yes Yes
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Hill Hold Control Yes Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent Control No Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Lane Assist Yes Yes
Forward Collision Warning Yes Yes
Auto Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Driver Drowsiness Detection Yes Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points Yes Yes
Parking Sensors YesFront and Rear
Speed Alert System Yes Yes
Parking AssistanceRear View CameraRear Camera with Parking Assistant
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock Yes Yes
Electric ORVM Heating Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System No Yes
Warning triangle with first-aid kit No Yes
Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls No Yes
ISOFIX child seat mounting No Yes
Side-impact protection No Yes
LED Fog Lamps No Yes
Reduction in solar radiation (light) by 20% No Yes
UVA radiation reduced by 30% No Yes
UVB load reduced by about 100% No Yes
Reduction in infrared radiation (heat) by about 50% No Yes
Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights No Yes
LED Tail Lights with aerodynamicaly optimized 3D two-part L-Shaped design No Yes
Brake Energy Regeneration No Yes
Head airbags for the whole side window area No Yes
Electric Parking Brake No Yes
Cornering Brake Control (CBC) No Yes
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) No Yes
Electronic vehicle immobiliser and crash sensor No Yes
Integrated Emergency Spare wheel No Yes
Automatic Anti-Dazzle Function No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeAdaptive LEDAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LEDLED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsLED No
Ambient Lighting Yes Yes
Automatic High Beam Assist Yes Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps Yes Yes
Cornering Lights Yes Yes
Cabin Lamps YesFront and Rear
Sunroof NoPanoramic
Roof Rails No Yes
Shark Fin Antenna Yes Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs Yes Yes
Chrome Accents Yes Yes
ORVM Adjustments YesElectric
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Skid Plates No Yes
Side Steps No Yes
Instrument Cluster12.3-inch Digital10.25-Inch Fully Digital
Trip MeterDigitalDigital
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed Yes Yes
ClockDigitalDigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness Yes Yes
Gear Indicator Yes Yes
Shift Indicator Yes Yes
TachometerDigitalDigital
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment System Yes Yes
Touchscreen Display Size12.3 inch10.7 Inches
Audio SystemBowers & Wilkins Surround SoundHarman Kardon
Speakers1612
Tweeters2 No
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice Commands Yes Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityApple CarPlay & Android AutoWireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring) Yes Yes
Radio Yes Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay No Yes
Loudspeaker System by Harman/Kardon No Yes
Connected Car Technology Yes Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA) Yes Yes
Geofencing Yes Yes
Digital Key Yes Yes
AI Voice Assistance Yes Yes
Auto Park Assist Yes Yes
Autonomous Driving Level YesLevel 2
SOS Button Yes Yes
Type Manufacturer Warranty2 Years / Unlimited km3 Years Unlimited Kilometers

Pros Cons of BMW M8

Pros

  • Stunning Design And Road Presence
  • Sharp Handling And Driving Dynamics
  • Extremely Comfortable Over Long Journeys

Cons

  • Slightly Stiff For Indian Roads
  • Poor Fuel Efficiency
  • Rear Seats Aren’T Too Practical

Verdict

The insanely fast and powerful M8 Coupe will set you back by ₹ 2.15 crores. The car is quick and absolutely entertaining. It is practical too and meant for both on and off the track usage, so yes, you can go to the nearest shopping mall in it, then drop your family home and head to the track where it will be happy to go sideways all day long. The M8 Coupe is sporty and there's absolutely no doubt in our mind that if you have the kind of money, there's no other car like the M8 in the market.

Pros Cons of BMW X1

Pros

  • Feels larger than segment
  • Strong diesel torque advantage
  • Engaging BMW steering feel
  • Premium curved display setup
  • Competitive luxury pricing

Cons

  • Slightly firm ride quality
  • Rear middle seat compromised
  • Diesel only in top trim
  • Petrol lacks strong punch

Verdict

The BMW X1 is no longer the “starter BMW” you buy just to enter the brand. It feels confident, bigger, and far more complete than before. From its stronger road presence to its punchy diesel engine and engaging steering, it finally carries the weight of the badge properly. Yes, the ride is slightly firm, and the rear middle seat isn’t perfect. But if you enjoy driving and want a premium SUV that feels mature without becoming boring, the X1 makes a strong case. It balances luxury, performance, and everyday usability in a way that feels smart and modern.

As Shams Raza Naqvi puts it, “The new X1 has adapted well to today’s times.”

And that’s exactly it — the BMW X1 has finally grown into its badge.

Best For

  • Urban premium SUV buyers
  • Diesel-loving luxury drivers
  • Young executives upgrading
  • Drivers who enjoy steering feel

Not Ideal For

  • Soft suspension seekers
  • Budget-focused buyers
  • Rear seat priority users
  • Flashy luxury hunters
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