BMW 7 Series vs Maruti Suzuki Alto

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

Maruti Suzuki Alto price starts at Rs. 5.13 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.78 Crore cheaper than the base variant of BMW 7 Series, priced at Rs. 1.83 Crore. In terms of mileage, the 7 Series offers a claimed 16.55 kmpl, while the Alto 800 delivers 31.59 Km/Kg. On the performance front, the 7 Series uses a 2998cc engine producing 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm and the Alto 800 a 796cc engine producing 40.36bhp@6000rpm. If you're deciding between the 7 Series and Alto 800, the Alto 800 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 7 Series stands out for performance.

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7 Series vs Alto 800 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW 7 SeriesMaruti Suzuki Alto
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.83 CroreRs. 5.13 Lakh
Mileage 16.55 kmpl31.59 Km/Kg
Engine 2998 cc796 cc
Max power 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm40.36bhp@6000rpm
Top speed 250 Km/hNot Available

7 Series vs Alto 800 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 7 Series 740i M SportMaruti Alto 800 LXI Opt S-CNG
Rating
40 reviews
814 reviews
Brand Name BMW Maruti
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.83 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 5.13 Lakh
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 796 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm 40.36bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 3
Transmission Automatic Manual
Gearbox 8-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type AWD FWD
Colors
BMW 7 Series Colors
Fuel Type Petrol CNG
Mileage (ARAI) 16.55 kmpl 31.59 Km/Kg
Tyre Size F:255/40 R21,R:285/35 R21 145/80 R12
Boot Space 540 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Not Available
Cruise Control Yes Not Available
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 3,54,005 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 7.35 Lakh 7 Series Insurance Not Available
Brochure
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Displacement
2998 cc
Not Available
Engine Type
B58 turbo I6
F8D
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
796 cc
Max Power
375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm
40.36bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
520Nm@1850-5000rpm
60Nm@3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
3
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
8-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Kerb Weight
1915 Kg
850 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Mild Hybrid
Yes
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
CNG
0-100 kmph
4.7 Sec
Not Available
Fuel Capacity
74 Liters
60 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
16.55 kmpl
31.59 Km/Kg
Mileage (City)
8 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
12.61 kmpl
Not Available
Secondary Fuel Type
Not Available
Petrol
Secondary Fuel Capacity
Not Available
35 Liters

steeringGearType
rack and pinio
Not Available
Suspension Front
3
Mac Pherson Strut
Suspension Rear
4
3-Link Rigid Axle Suspensio
Brakes Front
ventilated disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
ventilated disc
Drum
Steering Type
power
Not Available
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
4.6
Tyre Size
F:255/40 R21,R:285/35 R21
145/80 R12
Wheel Size
Not Available
12
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless Tyres

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Additional Interior Features
M Sport Package with BMW individual interior, Interior equipment( M Leather Steering Wheel in New 3-Spoke Design in Walknappa Leather, M badge on steering wheel rim, Individual leather 'Merino’ upholstery, M Headliner Anthracite.), Climate comfort laminated glass and windscreen, Glass application ‘CraftedClarity’ for interior elements, Ambient Light with 15 colours, Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Instrument Panel, door shoulder and central door trim covered with Artificial Leather, Welcome Light Carpet, BMW Interaction Bar (Backlit design element in crystalline glass styling with facet cut, Dynamic illumination possible in 15 ambient lighting colours.), 5.5” Touch controlled displays in both rear doors, Fine-wood trim oak mirror finish grey-metallic high-gloss, "Upholstery (BMW Individual Leather ‘Merino’ Amarone, BMW Individual Leather ‘Merino’ Smo
Dual-Tone interiors,B & C Pillar Upper Trims,C Pillar Lower Trim (Molded,Seat Upholstery(Fabric+Vinyl),Silver Accent Inside Door Handles,Silver Accent on Steering Wheel,Silver Accent on Louvers
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Yes
Not Available
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Ambient light
Not Available
Dual Tone Body Colour
Yes
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Not Available
Cargo Volume
540
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
4
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
540 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Opener
Remote
Not Available
Additional Exterior Features
M Sport Package with BMW individual Exterior, Exterior equipment(Radiator grille frame in Chrome, Door sill trim panels in Black high-gloss, M identification on the sides, Illuminated door sills with aluminium inserts and M inscription, M sport brake, dark blue metallic, M high-gloss shadow line), BMW Crystal Headlights Iconic Glow (Integration of Swarovski crystals into the daytime driving lights,Welcome & Goodbye staging function with dynamic sparkling, Integrated Adaptive LED cluster equipped with High-Beam Assistant), Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function on driver side, mirror heating, memory and integrated LED turn indicators, BMW ‘Iconic Glow’ illuminated Kidney Grille, Soft-Close function for side doors, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge with integrated LED light graphics, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Exterior Colours (Oxide Grey (metallic),Black Sapp
Body Coloured Bumpers,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,Wheel Covers(Full)
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Yes
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Not Available
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Not Available
Outside Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Light
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
5391*2192*1544 mm3
3445*1515*1475 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2360 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
136 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
4
Not Available

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Addtional Comfort Features
Intelligent electric all-wheel drive with variable torque distribution, Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension, BMW Driving Experience Control with BMW My Modes (Modes: PERSONAL, SPORT (incl. SPORT PLUS), EFFICIENT, EXPRESSIVE, RELAX, ART, THEATRE), Servotronic Steering Assist Integral Active Steering – Rear Wheel Steering, Automatic operation of tailgate, Comfort Access System - Automatic locking and unlocking with smartphone, Power socket (12V) x 1(front and rear), Type-C ports x 4(front and rear), BMW Iconic Sounds Electric controlled by My Modes, Executive Lounge Rear Console (Luxurious centre armrest design with glass surfaces and facet cut, Elaborate seam pattern on armest surface, Wireless Charging tray for rear passengers), Multifunctional seats for driver and front passenger with (Active seat ventilation, Lumbar support, Massage function, Electrical adjustment for backrest, width, sea
Assist Grips (Co - Dr. + Rear),Digital Clock (In Speedometer Display,Sun Visor(Dr.+Co Dr),RR Seat Head Rest - Integrated Type,Remote Fuel Lid Opener,Front Door Trim Map Pocket (Dr.),Front Door Trim Map Pocket (Passenger),Front & Rear Console Bottle Holder
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Not Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Rear Curtain
Available
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Theatre Screen with:( 31.3” ultra-wide format in 32:9 with 8K resolution, Amazon Fire TV Ecosystem, Theatre mode, HDMI interface for external content, e.g.: TV sticks, mobile phones, games console, computer, Display can be electrically folded and moved for maximum distance from the eyes), Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system (18 Speaker system with 4 head restraint integrated speakers, 2 central bass speakers & 2 impulse compensated bass speakers in front doors with the output of 655 Watts), Optional equipment (Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System (35 Speaker system, 8 head restraint integrated speakers, 4D Audio, Total system output 1965 Watts)
Not Available
Smart Entry
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
Not Available
Massage Seats
Front & Rear
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front & Rear
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Not Available
Autonomous Parking
Full
Not Available
Drive Modes
3
Not Available
Internal Storage
Yes
Not Available
No of Speakers
24
Not Available
Rear Entertainment System
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Not Available
Bluetooth
Yes
Not Available
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
M Sport Package with BMW individual Exterior, Exterior equipment(Radiator grille frame in Chrome, Door sill trim panels in Black high-gloss, M identification on the sides, Illuminated door sills with aluminium inserts and M inscription, M sport brake, dark blue metallic, M high-gloss shadow line), BMW Crystal Headlights Iconic Glow (Integration of Swarovski crystals into the daytime driving lights,Welcome & Goodbye staging function with dynamic sparkling, Integrated Adaptive LED cluster equipped with High-Beam Assistant), Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function on driver side, mirror heating, memory and integrated LED turn indicators, BMW ‘Iconic Glow’ illuminated Kidney Grille, Soft-Close function for side doors, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge with integrated LED light graphics, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Exterior Colours (Oxide Grey (metallic),Black Sapp
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
Not Available
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Not Available
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Not Available
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Power Door Locks
Yes
Not Available
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Compass
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Not Available
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Collapsible
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Not Available
Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
14.9
Not Available
Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Yes
Not Available
Lumbar Support
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Rear ACVents
Yes
Not Available
Touchscreen
Yes
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Memory Function Seats
Front & Rear
Not Available
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Voice Commands
Yes
Not Available
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
Yes
No
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
No
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Front
Yes
No
Speakers Rear
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
No
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
Yes
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Yes
Not Available
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
360 View Camera
Yes
Not Available
Crash Sensor
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Not Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Front
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Rear
Yes
Not Available
Side Impact Beams
Yes
Not Available
Front Impact Beams
Yes
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Yes
Not Available
No of Airbags
7
2
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Not Available
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
No
Advance Safety Features
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go Function, Auto-Closing Doors, Parking Assistant Professional including (Surround View Camera, Reversing Assistant, Remote 3D View, Fully Remote Parking via smartphone), Drive Recorder, Anti Theft Recorder,BMW ID,BMW Digital Key Plus with (Locking and unlocking as well as starting the vehicle using a compatible smartphone, Key card with NFC technology), Fully configurable colour Head-Up display, Crash-active head restraint, Active Protection with Attentiveness Assistant, Airbags: (Airbags for steering wheel hub, driver and front passenger, Side airbags for driver and front passenger, Head airbags, front and rear, Central airbag for driver), Dynamic braking lights, Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function, Rear doors with mechanical childproof
RR Seat belt ELR Type,High-Mounted Stop Lamp,Front Wiper & Washer(2 Speed+Intermittent)
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Both
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
No
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
Yes
Not Available
Rear Camera
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Yes
Not Available

Find My Car Location
Yes
Not Available
Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Remote Horn Light Control
Yes
Not Available
Remote Engine Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Remote Climate Control
Yes
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Maruti Suzuki Alto
  • Now all variants have dual airbags as an option
  • Future ready BS6 compliant engine
  • You just can't beat the Maruti service network.
Maruti Suzuki Alto
  • Still no touchscreen infotainment system
  • No AMT option
  • Base variant misses essentials like power steering and air conditioning.
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Q. How it is comparing with mercedes S class 450 4matic?
  • Both the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class S450 4MATIC are premium luxury sedans with automatic transmissions and powerful 3.0-litre engines. The BMW 7 Series offers slightly higher power (375 bhp) and torque (520 Nm) with a kerb weight of 1915 kg, while the S-Class delivers 362 bhp and 500 Nm torque with AWD and a kerb weight of 1980 kg. BMW provides a larger boot (540 L) and marginally lower ground clearance (136 mm), whereas the S-Class features a 9-speed 9G-Tronic gearbox, paddle shifters, and advanced AWD for better handling. Both are excellent for luxury, comfort, and performance, with the choice depending on your preference for power versus advanced drivetrain and tech features.
Q. How to best Alto ya celerio?
  • Both the Maruti Alto and Maruti Celerio are great options, but the choice depends on your needs. The Alto was an affordable and fuel-efficient option, ideal for city driving, but it has been discontinued. Meanwhile, the Celerio offers a more spacious cabin, better features, and a more powerful engine for a comfortable ride. We recommend checking the specifications and features on the provided websites to choose the best fit for you.https://www.cardekho.com/carmodels/Maruti/Maruti_Alto_800https://www.cardekho.com/carmodels/Maruti/Maruti_Celerio
Q. Which is better, Maruti Alto 800 or Alto K10?
  • Both cars are great in their own forte. Maruti Alto 800 is a great car which comes at an amazing price point. If you are looking for an entry-level hatchback which is efficient, comfortable and easy on the wallet, the Alto is still hard to beat. On the other hand, Overall, the new Maruti Suzuki K10 really impresses but there are some shortfalls as well. The engine gets vocal at higher revs, there are absolutely no storage spaces for rear seat passengers and there are some key convenience features missing too. Apart from this, the Alto K10 is hard to fault. It is likeable inside out, the engine is powerful with excellent drivability, it has more than space for four people, the ride quality is comfortable and it is extremely easy to drive. The new Alto K10 not feels like a proper upgrade over the 800 but also shines overall as a great product. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
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BMW 7 Series Vs Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 FAQs

Which car is best between BMW 7 Series vs Maruti Suzuki Alto 800?
As per the users experiences BMW 7 Series is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, safety and features in your car. But Maruti Suzuki Alto is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.
Which car is cheaper BMW 7 Series vs Maruti Suzuki Alto 800?
The Maruti Suzuki Alto is cheaper than BMW 7 Series by ₹1.78 Crore.
Which car offers better performance BMW 7 Series vs Maruti Suzuki Alto 800?
For the 740i M Sport version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of 7 Series produces 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm of power and 520Nm@1850-5000rpm of torque. Whereas for the LXI Opt S-CNG version, 796 cc CNG engine of Alto 800 produces 40.36bhp@6000rpm of power and 60Nm@3500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 7 Series has better performance.

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