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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Fiat Grande Panda comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Fiat Grande Panda?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Fiat Grande Panda: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Fiat Grande Panda

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • visibly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat Grande Panda is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,151 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Fiat Grande Panda with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Fiat Grande Panda offers substantially more range – reaching up to 320 km, about 215 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

Grande Panda

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 considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 614 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Fiat Grande Panda takes 11.2 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 795 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Grande Panda is visibly lighter – 1,295 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers visibly more boot space – 520 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon is far ahead overall 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
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Fiat Grande Panda

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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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Fiat Grande Panda

The Grande Panda is a delightful blend of practicality and charm, making it a popular choice for urban dwellers and families alike. With its compact design, the car navigates city streets effortlessly while providing ample interior space for passengers and cargo. Its quirky styling and user-friendly features make the Grande Panda not just a mode of transport, but a fun driving experience.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Fiat Grande Panda

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
16,300 - 25,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 - 131 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,295 - 1,554 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
361 - 412 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,763 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
353 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
100 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
122 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Fiat
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