BMW X5 2018 vs Toyota Highlander 2019
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW X5) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Toyota Highlander) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 400 HP | 295 HP | |
| Torque: | 760 NM | 356 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.2 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| BMW X5 engine produces 105 HP more power than Toyota Highlander, whereas torque is 404 NM more than Toyota Highlander. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 10.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 68 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 214 mm (8.4 inches) | 203 mm (8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X5 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW X5 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from eight 4x4 versions of BMW X5 2018 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X6, BMW X7 | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus RX, Lexus IS, Lexus GS, Toyota Tacoma | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW X5 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.97 m | |
| Width: | 2.00 m | 1.93 m | |
| Height: | 1.75 m | 1.76 m | |
| BMW X5 is 4 cm shorter than the Toyota Highlander, 7 cm wider, while the height of BMW X5 is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 645 litres | 454 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1860 litres | 2387 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, BMW X5 has 191 litres more trunk space than the Toyota Highlander. The Toyota Highlander may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Toyota Highlander (by 527 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.6 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X5 is 1.2 metres more than that of the Toyota Highlander, which means BMW X5 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 3`160 | 2`700 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 53 400 | 36 800 | |
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