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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Geely Starray comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 262 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Geely Starray?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Geely Starray: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Geely Starray

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

5 Series Saloon

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.

Geely Starray is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,151 £.

As for electric range, the Geely Starray offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 136 km, about 31 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 262 HP. That’s roughly 465 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 Geely Starray takes 8 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

5 Series Saloon

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, Geely Starray is only slightly lighter – 1,730 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Geely Starray offers very slightly more boot space – 528 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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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Geely Starray

The Geely Starray blends a sleek, modern exterior with a comfortable, well-appointed cabin that feels more upscale than its price suggests. It offers a composed, user-friendly driving experience with thoughtful tech and space that make it a practical choice for everyday family and city use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
28,300 - 32,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
83 - 136 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
33 - 54 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
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,730 - 1,815 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
528 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
262 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
193 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Geely
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

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

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