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BMW X5 vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 61900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Land Rover Range Rover Velar?

BMW X5

Land Rover Range Rover Velar

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

X5

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Land Rover Range Rover Velar has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 61900 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15172 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar with 4.80 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 performs evident better – achieving up to 105 km, about 42 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

Range Rover Velar

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 evident edge – offering 625 HP compared to 404 HP. That’s roughly 221 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Land Rover Range Rover Velar takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls somewhat stronger with 750 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

X5

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 curb weight, Land Rover Range Rover Velar is slightly lighter – 2003 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 237 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers to a small extent more room – 650 L compared to 552 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs distinct better – up to 1870 L, which is about 512 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 a bit takes the win – 705 kg compared to 587 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 X5
Land Rover Range Rover Velar

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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 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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Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar marries sleek, pared-back styling with genuine off-road poise, so it looks at home in the city yet won’t flinch at rougher roads. Inside, a luxurious, tech-forward cabin pampers occupants while keeping the driving experience confidently in command — and yes, it somehow makes an SUV feel undeniably chic.

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BMW X5
Land Rover Range Rover Velar

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
61900 - 87400 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
63 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
110 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
62 - 83 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
2003 - 2280 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
503 - 552 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4797 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1933 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1657 - 1665 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1358 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
460 - 587 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
204 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
209 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
430 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
150 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 - 2997 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Land Rover
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 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.