Compare performance (727 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or VW Tayron?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Tayron is markedly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,921 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Touring with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Tayron offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 123 km, about 25 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.
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 Touring offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm more.
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, VW Tayron is barely lighter – 1,682 kg compared to 1,850 kg. The difference is around 168 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers visibly more boot space – 885 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 315 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries very slightly more – 620 kg compared to 573 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Touring 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Tayron combines a roomy, practical interior with a composed, comfortable ride that suits both daily commuting and longer journeys. With a restrained, modern design and a focus on straightforward tech and safety, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want Volkswagen refinement without unnecessary flash.
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Price
53,100 - 126,200 £
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Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 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
116 - 123 km
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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
33 - 192 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
1,682 - 1,948 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
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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
1,853 - 1,866 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
497 - 573 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, Diesel, Petrol, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
150 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 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
250 - 400 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
110 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
VW
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