Compare performance (727 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 72,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Toyota Land Cruiser?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 5 Series Saloon is noticeably cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 72,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,563 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Land Cruiser with 10.6 L/100km. The difference is about 8.5 L/100km.
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 considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 522 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 Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.3 s. That’s about 8.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota Land Cruiser offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is noticeably lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 615 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers markedly more boot space – 742 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Land Cruiser carries slightly more – 750 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.
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Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
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Price
72,000 - 79,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.7 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
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
278 - 282 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Curb weight
2,415 - 2,450 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
685 - 750 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
205 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
151 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,755 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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