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BMW X7 vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (90,800 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or VW Transporter Transporter?

BMW X7 vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

BMW X7

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

VW Transporter Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • noticeably lighter

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

X7

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 Transporter Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 90,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,256 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Transporter uses 7.1 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

Transporter Transporter

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 X7 offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 244 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the VW Transporter Transporter takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X7 is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.

X7

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.

Seats: BMW X7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,872 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 618 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries markedly more – 1,259 kg compared to 760 kg. That’s a difference of about 499 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X7 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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X7

BMW X7

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 352 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8 - 12.1 L/100km
BMW X7
VW Transporter Transporter

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BMW X7

The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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VW Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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BMW X7
VW Transporter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
90,800 - 117,500 £
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
210 - 274 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
7
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,490 - 2,675 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
750 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,181 mm
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
1,835 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,120 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
680 - 760 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
352 - 530 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
245 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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