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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs VW ID.7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (727 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50800 £ vs 46400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or VW ID.7?

BMW 5 Series Saloon

VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

5 Series Saloon @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.7 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46400 £, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50800 £. That’s a price difference of around 4453 £.

As for range, the VW ID.7 performs clearly better – achieving up to 708 km, about 603 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

ID.7 @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 has a clearly edge – offering 727 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the VW ID.7 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.7 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Saloon pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 321 Nm difference.

5 Series Saloon @ BMW Group Press

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.

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In curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly perceptible lighter – 1800 kg compared to 2180 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 offers barely noticeable more room – 532 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Saloon evident takes the win – 600 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.7 proves to be barely ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £46,400
ID.7 @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

VW ID.7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.6 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 594 - 708 km
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BMW 5 Series Saloon
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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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VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Reviews BMW 5 Series Saloon

Reviews VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Boater Clareshin
2 Nov 2025, 12:59:15

It is a super comfortable car with a charging from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. This car is also a very economic car as it is fully electric.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50800 - 123800 £
Price
46400 - 54200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
68 - 105 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 2510 kg
Curb weight
2180 - 2325 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
5060 - 5096 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1900 - 1970 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1510 - 1515 mm
Height
1535 - 1536 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1586 L
Payload
430 - 600 kg
Payload
460 - 465 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Saloon have?

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

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