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BMW X5 vs Skoda Superb Limousine – 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 Skoda Superb Limousine fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Superb Limousine has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 42857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Limousine manages with 0.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Superb Limousine performs evident better – achieving up to 137 km, about 32 km more than the BMW X5.

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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 clearly edge – offering 625 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Skoda Superb Limousine takes 5.60 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Skoda Superb Limousine is clearly lighter – 1559 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 681 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers hardly perceptible more room – 650 L compared to 645 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1870 L, which is about 75 L more than the Skoda Superb Limousine.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 somewhat takes the win – 705 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Superb Limousine shows itself to be is largely superior 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 £34,200
Superb Limousine @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Superb Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.3 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 128 - 137 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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Skoda Superb Limousine

The Skoda Superb Saloon impresses with its elegant design and spacious interior, making it a standout choice in the executive car segment. It offers a smooth and comfortable ride, with a range of advanced features that enhance both convenience and safety for drivers and passengers alike. Balancing performance and efficiency, the Superb provides a satisfying driving experience that caters to both city commuting and long-distance travel.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
34200 - 50500 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
8 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1559 - 1734 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
486 - 645 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4912 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1481 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1635 - 1795 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
539 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, F
Brand
BMW
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Skoda

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Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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