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BMW XM vs Ford Transit Connect comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Ford Transit Connect?

BMW XM vs Ford Transit Connect: Key differences

BMW XM

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Transit Connect

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Transit Connect is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 85,338 £.

Transit Connect

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM offers clearly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 626 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm more.

XM

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 XM offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is considerably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,120 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries visibly more – 780 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM 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.

from £116,100
XM

BMW XM

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 476 - 748 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 78 - 80 km
BMW XM
Ford Transit Connect

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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BMW XM
Ford Transit Connect

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
7
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
775 - 780 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
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