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BMW XM vs Honda CR-V comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Honda CR-V?

BMW XM vs Honda CR-V: Key differences

BMW XM

  • considerably more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

Honda CR-V

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

XM

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.

Honda CR-V is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda CR-V uses 2.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW XM offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 2 km more than the Honda CR-V.

CR-V

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 considerably more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 564 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 665 Nm more.

XM

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 XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Honda CR-V is significantly lighter – 1,821 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 874 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Honda CR-V offers slightly more boot space – 617 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries marginally more – 525 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM 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.

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
Honda CR-V

Costs and Consumption

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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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Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.

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BMW XM
Honda CR-V

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
42,800 - 52,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
78 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
59 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,821 - 1,988 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,866 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
439 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
335 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Honda
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