BMW XM vs Audi RS Q8
XM vs RS Q8
Key Highlights | BMW XM | Audi RS Q8 |
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Price | Rs.2.60 Cr | Rs.2.22 Cr |
Engine Capacity | 4395 cc | 4000 cc |
Power | 653 bhp | 640 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 61.2 kmpl | 8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
XM specifications | RS Q8 specifications | |
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On Road Price | 3.08 Cr Price Breakup | 2.64 Cr Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.4 | 3.8 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 527 Litres | 605 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 4395 cc | 4000 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 653 bhp | 640 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
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Exterior
XM Exterior | RS Q8 Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | - | Panoramic |
Sunroof | No | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | Yes | - |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
XM Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | RS Q8 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double-wishbone with 'M' Adaptive Dampers | Sport Adaptive Air Suspension |
Rear Suspension | Five-link axle with 'M' Adaptive Dampers | Sport Adaptive Air Suspension |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 295/35 R23 |
Rear Tyre Size | 315/40 R21 | 295/35 R23 |
Turning Radius | 6.25 meters | 5.92 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | - | 295/35 R23 |
Wheels Size | R21 | R23 |
Instrumentation
XM Instrumentation | RS Q8 Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
XM Infotainment & Communication | RS Q8 Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | 14.9 inches | 10.1 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | No |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | Yes | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 20 | - |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
XM Warranty | RS Q8 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/unlimited kms | 2 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 10 Years/ unlimited kms | upto 7 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Engine & Transmission
XM Engine & Transmission | RS Q8 Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 4395 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Type | S68 Twin- turbocharged V8 Plug-in Hybrid | TFSI Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 8 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | - |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 8 |
Power | 653 bhp | 640 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
Torque | 650 Nm @ 1600-5000 rpm | 850 Nm @ 2050 rpm |
Battery Capacity | 25.7 kwh | - |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | - |
Fast Charging | - | No |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 61.2 kmpl | 8 kmpl |
Comfort & Convenience
XM Comfort & Convenience | RS Q8 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | No |
Ventilated Seats Type | Heated and cooled | - |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | Yes |
Drive Modes | 3 | - |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
XM Safety | RS Q8 Safety | |
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Airbags | 6 | 8 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | - |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | - | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | Yes | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
XM Dimensions & Capacity | RS Q8 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5110 mm | 5012 mm |
Width | 2210 mm | 1998 mm |
Height | 1755 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 2998 mm |
Ground Clearance | 220 mm | 215 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 4 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 4 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 Litres | 85 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 11.4 Litres | 6.1 Litres |
Boot Space | 527 Litres | 605 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2785 kg | 2390 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
XM Pros & Cons | RS Q8 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW XM and Audi RS Q8
Safety
XM comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS. RS Q8 has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS.
Body
XM has doors and seats. It is an with 527 Litres boot space, 69 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 220 mm. It is 2210 mm wide, 1755 mm high and 5110 mm long. It has 2785 kg kerb weight and 3105 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, RS Q8 is an with doors and seats ,85 Litres fuel tank capacity, 605 Litres boot space, 215 mm ground clearance.It has 1694 mm height, 5012 mm length, 1998 mm width, and 2390 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
BMW XM comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And RS Q8 comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.