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BMW X5 vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (77,100 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Toyota Prius?

BMW X5 vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

BMW X5

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X5

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.

Toyota Prius is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 19 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

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 substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 402 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is clearly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 620 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers significantly more boot space – 650 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 366 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries significantly more – 705 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 330 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius is far ahead overall 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.

from £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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BMW X5
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption
Price
77,100 - 143,500 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the BMW X5?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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