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BMW XM vs Rolls-Royce Wraith comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 248,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Rolls-Royce Wraith?

BMW XM vs Rolls-Royce Wraith: Key differences

BMW XM

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

BMW XM is considerably cheaper – starting at 116,100 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 131,932 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.8 L/100km. The difference is about 11.1 L/100km.

Wraith

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 slightly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 600 HP. That’s roughly 148 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 Rolls-Royce Wraith takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers only slightly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 900 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Rolls-Royce Wraith is slightly lighter – 2,360 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers slightly more boot space – 527 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries moderately more – 525 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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Rolls-Royce Wraith

Costs and Consumption
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
7
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
-
Height
1,507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
370 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Rolls-Royce
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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