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VW Arteon vs BMW 5 Series Touring comparison
Compare performance (320 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or BMW 5 Series Touring?
VW Arteon vs BMW 5 Series Touring: Key differences
Arteon
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 Arteon is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,861 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Touring uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.
5 Series Touring
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 407 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm more.
Arteon
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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is somewhat lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,850 kg. The difference is around 243 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers only slightly more boot space – 590 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries barely more – 620 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 5 Series Touring stands well ahead of its rival 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 £53,100
BMW 5 Series Touring
VW Arteon
BMW 5 Series Touring
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VW Arteon
The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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BMW 5 Series Touring
The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
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VW Arteon
BMW 5 Series Touring
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
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Price
53,100 - 126,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
65 - 98 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Length
4,866 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,871 mm
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 320 HP
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
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Brand
VW
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Brand
BMW
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