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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Subaru Solterra?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Subaru Solterra

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Solterra is markedly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,008 £.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers clearly more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 406 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

Solterra

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 384 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Subaru Solterra takes 5.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 563 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is moderately lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 317 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers somewhat more boot space – 520 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 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
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Subaru Solterra

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
431 - 468 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Subaru
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