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BMW XM vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or VW Grand California?

BMW XM vs VW Grand California: Key differences

BMW XM

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  • substantially more power
  • somewhat lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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VW Grand California

  • considerably cheaper
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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.

VW Grand California is considerably cheaper – starting at 70,200 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,906 £.

Grand California

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 substantially more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 585 HP more horsepower.

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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 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW XM is somewhat lighter – 2,695 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers substantially more boot space – 527 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 527 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries somewhat more – 525 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM is far 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.

from £116,100
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
7
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
-
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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