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BMW X5 vs VW Touareg - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 64300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or VW Touareg?

BMW X5

VW Touareg

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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.

VW Touareg has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12750 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW X5 performs decisively better – achieving up to 105 km, about 56 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 has a distinct edge – offering 625 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.10 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

X5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Touareg is hardly perceptible lighter – 2059 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers a bit more room – 810 L compared to 650 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1870 L, which is about 70 L more than the VW Touareg.

When it comes to payload, VW Touareg barely noticeable takes the win – 751 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 Touareg

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X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L
  • Electric Range : 105 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 Touareg

5 (2 Reviews)
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Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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BMW X5
VW Touareg

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
64300 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4878 - 4902 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1984 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1693 - 1712 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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.