Toyota Highlander 2019 vs BMW X5 2023
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 3.5 Petrol | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Toyota Highlander) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (BMW X5) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 295 HP | 340 HP | |
| Torque: | 356 NM | 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 5.5 seconds | |
| Toyota Highlander engine produces 45 HP less power than BMW X5, whereas torque is 344 NM less than BMW X5. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.2 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres | 80 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 203 mm (8 inches) | 214 mm (8.4 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.97 m | 4.94 m | |
| Width: | 1.93 m | 2.00 m | |
| Height: | 1.76 m | 1.77 m | |
| Toyota Highlander is 3 cm longer than the BMW X5, 7 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Highlander is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 454 litres | 650 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
2387 litres | 1870 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Toyota Highlander uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Toyota Highlander (by 517 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 12.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Toyota Highlander is 1.2 metres less than that of the BMW X5, which means Toyota Highlander can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`700 kg | 2`985 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`964 kg | 2`240 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 736 kg | 745 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 47 400 | 59 000 | |
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