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BMW XM vs Nissan X-Trail comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Nissan X-Trail?

BMW XM vs Nissan X-Trail: Key differences

BMW XM

  • significantly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • only slightly 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

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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.

Nissan X-Trail is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,985 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

X-Trail

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM offers significantly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 535 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 525 Nm. That’s about 475 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan X-Trail is substantially lighter – 1,668 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,027 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers only slightly more boot space – 585 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries only slightly more – 574 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 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
Nissan X-Trail

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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Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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BMW XM
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

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