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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Hyundai Nexo comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Hyundai Nexo?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Hyundai Nexo: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • moderately cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Hyundai Nexo

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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.

BMW 5 Series Saloon is moderately cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,486 £.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 523 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 Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 650 Nm more.

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, BMW 5 Series Saloon is very slightly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers only slightly more boot space – 520 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries slightly more – 600 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 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
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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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Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
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
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 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
1,955 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

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

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