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BMW X5 vs VW Caddy Compact Van - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 25800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or VW Caddy Compact Van?

BMW X5

VW Caddy Compact Van

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

X5

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.

VW Caddy Compact Van has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51236 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy Compact Van manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs slightly better – achieving up to 120 km, about 15 km more than the BMW X5.

Caddy Compact Van

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 decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 475 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls decisively stronger with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 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.

Seats: BMW X5 offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is significantly lighter – 1442 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 798 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs convincingly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 1830 L more than the BMW X5.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy Compact Van slight takes the win – 759 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van is clearly superior 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.

BMW X5
VW Caddy Compact Van

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from about £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 km

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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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BMW X5
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
25800 - 42300 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4935 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1819 - 1823 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.