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BMW 7 Series vs BMW X5 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 77,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or BMW X5?

BMW 7 Series vs BMW X5: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

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BMW X5

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • moderately 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

7 Series

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 X5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 77,100 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X5 uses 3 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 25 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

X5

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 X5 offers very slightly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers only slightly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X5 is marginally lighter – 2,240 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers moderately more boot space – 650 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries barely more – 705 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 is clearly superior 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 £77,100
X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 105 km
BMW 7 Series
BMW X5

Costs and Consumption

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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BMW 7 Series
BMW X5

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
77,100 - 143,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
105 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
68 - 289 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,950 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
565 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
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