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BMW X5 vs CUPRA Tavascan comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (77,600 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or CUPRA Tavascan?

BMW X5 vs CUPRA Tavascan: Key differences

BMW X5

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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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

X5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Tavascan is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,800 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers substantially more range – reaching up to 557 km, about 452 km more than the BMW X5.

Tavascan

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 X5 offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm more.

X5

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, CUPRA Tavascan is very slightly lighter – 2,096 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 144 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers somewhat 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 visibly more – 705 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 187 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan 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 £42,800
Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 441 - 557 km
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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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Reviews BMW X5

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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Kazibwe Patrick
21 Apr 2026, 11:42:53

Very Good

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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,600 - 144,400 £
Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
441 - 557 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
507 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the BMW X5?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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