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BMW X5 vs Maserati Levante – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BMW X5 or Maserati Levante fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 77100 £, while the Maserati Levante costs 93900 £. That’s a price difference of around 16824 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Maserati Levante with 9.70 L. The difference is about 6.70 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 has a noticeable edge – offering 625 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Maserati Levante takes 5.20 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Maserati Levante performs minimal better – reaching 264 km/h, while the BMW X5 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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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, Maserati Levante is slight lighter – 2165 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers to a small extent more room – 650 L compared to 580 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 somewhat takes the win – 705 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW X5 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

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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
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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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Maserati Levante

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The Maserati Levante blends Italian flair with SUV practicality, wrapped in sculpted lines and a throaty exhaust note that ensures it never goes unnoticed. It's a driver's SUV that favors emotion over spreadsheets, pairing a luxurious cabin with lively handling so even the daily commute feels like a cheeky weekend escape.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
93900 - 125800 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
9.7 - 12.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
221 - 273 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2184 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
580 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
5005 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1981 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1693 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
316 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 6 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
245 - 264 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 2979 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Maserati

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The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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