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BMW X5 vs Tesla Model Y - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 627 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 34300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Tesla Model Y?

BMW X5

Tesla Model Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Tesla Model Y has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 42780 £.

As for range, the Tesla Model Y performs decisively better – achieving up to 622 km, about 517 km more than the BMW X5.

Model Y

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 Tesla Model Y has a slight edge – offering 627 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the BMW X5 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls noticeable stronger with 750 Nm compared to 493 Nm. That’s about 257 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, Tesla Model Y is to a small extent lighter – 1976 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 264 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers distinct more room – 822 L compared to 650 L. That’s a difference of about 172 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y performs to a small extent better – up to 2138 L, which is about 268 L more than the BMW X5.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 clearly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 233 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Tesla Model Y shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 627 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
BMW X5
Tesla Model Y

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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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Tesla Model Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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BMW X5
Tesla Model Y
X5
Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
34300 - 53100 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 85 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1976 - 2108 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4790 - 4797 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1921 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1611 - 1624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
2022 - 2138 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
440 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
299 - 627 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
420 - 493 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
220 - 461 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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