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BMW XM vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 306 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 Mitsubishi Outlander?

BMW XM vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

BMW XM

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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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:

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

Mitsubishi Outlander is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander offers barely more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 5 km more than the BMW XM.

Outlander

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 306 HP. That’s roughly 442 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 Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Outlander is markedly lighter – 2,156 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 539 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers very slightly more boot space – 527 L compared to 498 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries only slightly more – 529 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Outlander has only a minor advantage 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 £42,800
Outlander

Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 83 - 85 km
BMW XM
Mitsubishi Outlander

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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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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BMW XM
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
42,800 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
60 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
2,156 - 2,232 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
498 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
453 - 529 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mitsubishi
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