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BMW XM vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Hyundai Tucson?

BMW XM vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

BMW XM

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XM

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.

Hyundai Tucson is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 84,865 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW XM offers slightly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 10 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Tucson

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 288 HP. That’s roughly 460 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 Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 621 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is clearly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,153 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers moderately more boot space – 620 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries barely more – 545 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is decisively ahead 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 £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
BMW XM
Hyundai Tucson

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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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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BMW XM
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
62 - 172 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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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