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BMW 7 Series vs BMW X5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (101500 £ vs 77100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or BMW X5?

BMW 7 Series

BMW X5

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW X5 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 77100 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 101500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24428 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.30 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving 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 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 625 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.30 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 7 Series pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 800 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

7 Series

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 curb weight, BMW X5 is minimal lighter – 2240 kg compared to 2255 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers a bit more room – 650 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 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.

BMW 7 Series
BMW X5

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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
  • Electric Range : 105 km

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
101500 - 127500 £
Price
77100 - 143500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
105 km
Battery Capacity
17.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
68 - 289 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 74 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2255 - 2525 kg
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Length
5391 mm
Length
4935 mm
Width
1950 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Height
1544 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
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
250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
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
2993 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
Is the BMW 7 Series offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 7 Series is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.