Compare performance (549 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Bentley Continental Coupe or BMW 5 Series Saloon?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 5 Series Saloon is significantly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Bentley Continental Coupe costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 141,514 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Bentley Continental Coupe with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 9.7 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 549 HP. That’s roughly 178 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Bentley Continental Coupe takes 4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers visibly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW 5 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is visibly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers noticeably more boot space – 520 L compared to 358 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
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.
The Bentley Continental Coupe slips between grand tourer and high-fashion statement with effortless poise, its cabin drenched in handcrafted leather and tasteful, indulgent details that make every journey feel like a special occasion. On the road it masks immense performance behind a serene, buttoned-up demeanor while doling out a surprisingly composed and playful driving character whenever you ask for it, making it ideal for buyers who want both presence and comfort with a wink.
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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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Price
192,900 £
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Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
268 g/km
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
90 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,165 kg
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Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
358 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Length
4,850 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,966 mm
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Height
1,405 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 kg
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Payload
425 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
549 HP
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Max Speed
318 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
770 Nm
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
404 kW
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2019
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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Brand
Bentley
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Brand
BMW
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