Compare performance (748 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Renault Express?
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.
Renault Express is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 99,017 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
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 102 HP. That’s roughly 646 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 Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 8.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 760 Nm more.
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, Renault Express is significantly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,399 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.
The Renault Express is clearly ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
7
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
4,393 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
476 - 748 HP
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Renault
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