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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Toyota RAV4?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Toyota RAV4

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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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:

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

Toyota RAV4 is markedly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota RAV4 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 32 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

RAV4

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 significantly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 418 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.3 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, Toyota RAV4 is very slightly lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers marginally more boot space – 520 L compared to 514 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries very slightly more – 610 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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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
Toyota RAV4

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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,800 - 124,500 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
30 - 121 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
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

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