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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs BYD ETP3 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or BYD ETP3?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs BYD ETP3: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • considerably more power
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BYD ETP3

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD ETP3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,808 £.

As for electric range, the BYD ETP3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 233 km, about 128 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

ETP3

Engine and Performance:

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 considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 591 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 820 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is very slightly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries noticeably more – 780 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon leads convincingly 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.

from £51,400
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
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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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The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
31,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
233 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,460 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
1,875 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
780 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
100 km/h
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
180 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BYD
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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