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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or VW Touareg?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs VW Touareg: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • visibly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more trunk space
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 5 Series Saloon is visibly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,879 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers substantially more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 56 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 visibly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers visibly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 300 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, BMW 5 Series Saloon is a bit lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 259 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers noticeably more boot space – 810 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 290 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries markedly more – 751 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 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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Reviews BMW 5 Series Saloon

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
VW Touareg

Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
119 - 239 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
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

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

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