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BMW 5 Series Touring vs Volvo XC40 comparison
Compare performance (727 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Volvo XC40?
BMW 5 Series Touring vs Volvo XC40: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
5 Series Touring
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Volvo XC40 is visibly cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,237 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Touring uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.
XC40
Engine and Performance:
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 Touring offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 530 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 700 Nm more.
5 Series Touring
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, Volvo XC40 is very slightly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,850 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries a bit more – 620 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 5 Series Touring holds a decisive overall lead 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 £53,100
BMW 5 Series Touring
BMW 5 Series Touring
Volvo XC40
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BMW 5 Series Touring
The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
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Volvo XC40
The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.
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BMW 5 Series Touring
Volvo XC40
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
53,100 - 126,200 £
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Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
65 - 98 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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co2
148 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
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
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Curb weight
1,688 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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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
1,863 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
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
532 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
Petrol 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 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
265 - 300 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
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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