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Alfa Romeo Junior vs BMW 5 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (26,100 £ vs 50,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Junior or BMW 5 Series Saloon?

Alfa Romeo Junior vs BMW 5 Series Saloon: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Junior

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly lighter

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Junior

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Alfa Romeo Junior is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,100 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,728 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Junior with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Alfa Romeo Junior offers significantly more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 305 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

5 Series Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 447 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Alfa Romeo Junior takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Alfa Romeo Junior tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 655 Nm more.

Junior

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alfa Romeo Junior is markedly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers visibly more boot space – 520 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 67 - 105 km
Alfa Romeo Junior
BMW 5 Series Saloon

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Alfa Romeo Junior

The Alfa Romeo Junior captures the essence of Italian design with its sleek lines and compact dimensions, making it an icon of elegance and performance. With a spirited driving experience and a charming retro aesthetic, it appeals to enthusiasts and casual drivers alike. This delightful car embodies the brand's rich heritage while remaining a fun and engaging option for those seeking a unique automotive experience.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Alfa Romeo Junior
BMW 5 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,100 - 41,600 £
Price
50,800 - 124,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
344 - 410 km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Battery Capacity
0.4 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
48 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,689 kg
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Trunk capacity
340 - 415 L
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Length
4,173 mm
Length
5,060 mm
Width
1,781 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Height
1,505 - 1,538 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,205 - 1,280 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
390 - 420 kg
Payload
425 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 280 HP
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
107 - 207 kW
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
BMW
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