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BMW X5 vs Honda CR-V - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 42800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Honda CR-V?

BMW X5

Honda CR-V

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda CR-V has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 34286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda CR-V manages with 0.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the BMW X5 performs evident better – achieving up to 105 km, about 26 km more than the Honda CR-V.

CR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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 has a clearly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 441 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda CR-V tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls decisively stronger with 750 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 415 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Honda CR-V is distinct lighter – 1821 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers hardly perceptible more room – 650 L compared to 617 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1870 L, which is about 160 L more than the Honda CR-V.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 noticeable takes the win – 705 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Honda CR-V shows itself to be edges ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £42,800
CR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Honda CR-V

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.9 - 6.7 L
  • Electric Range : 79 km
BMW X5
Honda CR-V

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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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Honda CR-V

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The Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
42800 - 52100 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.9 - 6.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
19 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 57 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1821 - 1988 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4706 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1866 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1673 - 1684 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1634 - 1710 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
439 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
187 - 195 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
335 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Honda
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as 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.