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BMW X5 vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (77,600 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Nissan Ariya?

BMW X5 vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

BMW X5

3.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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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.

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.

Nissan Ariya is significantly cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,723 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers considerably more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 312 km more than the BMW X5.

Ariya

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 150 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, BMW X5 is barely lighter – 2,240 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers visibly more boot space – 650 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries significantly more – 705 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 342 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Ariya is slightly ahead 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.

£54,848
Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 km
BMW X5
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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BMW X5
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,600 - 144,400 £
Price
54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
417 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
363 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
320 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Nissan
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