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BMW 5 Series Touring vs Volvo XC60 – Which one offers the better deal?
Two cars, one duel: BMW 5 Series Touring meets Volvo XC60.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
5 Series Touring
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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.
Volvo XC60 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £, while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 52500 £. That’s a price difference of around 3351 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 5 Series Touring manages with 2.30 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
As for range, the BMW 5 Series Touring performs somewhat better – achieving up to 98 km, about 16 km more than the Volvo XC60.
XC60
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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 Touring has a distinct edge – offering 727 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Touring performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Touring pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 291 Nm difference.
5 Series Touring
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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 curb weight, BMW 5 Series Touring is slight lighter – 1850 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers somewhat more room – 570 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 5 Series Touring performs slight better – up to 1700 L, which is about 157 L more than the Volvo XC60.
When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Touring somewhat takes the win – 620 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BMW 5 Series Touring proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 5 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £52,500
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BMW 5 Series Touring
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 XC60
The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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BMW 5 Series Touring
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
52500 - 125500 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
66 - 98 km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1850 - 2550 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
5060 - 5096 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1515 - 1516 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1630 - 1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 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, Plugin Hybrid
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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
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Torque
350 - 709 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
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Touring have?
The BMW 5 Series Touring is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.