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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs SERES 3 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or SERES 3?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs SERES 3: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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SERES 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • only 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:

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

SERES 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,514 £.

As for electric range, the SERES 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 301 km, about 196 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

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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 163 HP. That’s roughly 564 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 SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 700 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, SERES 3 is only slightly lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries substantially more – 600 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 300 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
32,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
301 km
Battery Capacity
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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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
300 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
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
SERES
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

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

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