BMW X5 vs. Volkswagen Touareg
When we compare the BMW X5 to the Volkswagen Touareg, the BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the BMW X5 versus the Volkswagen Touareg, the BMW X5 is a better car than the Volkswagen Touareg.
BMW X5 vs. Volkswagen Touareg Pricing
A used 2017 BMW X5 ranges from $22,445 to $36,998 while a used 2017 Volkswagen Touareg is priced between $18,490 to $31,567.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X5’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Touareg base engine makes 280 horsepower. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. The Touareg is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 607 miles. The X5 uses premium unleaded, and the Touareg uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW X5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Touareg has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$22,445 - $36,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$18,490 - $31,567
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Volkswagen Touareg Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 21Ranking
60 out of / 67Volkswagen Touareg Rankings
Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
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Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X5 Trim Levels
sDrive35i, xDrive35d, xDrive35i, xDrive50i
Volkswagen Touareg Trim Levels
V6 Executive, V6 Sport, V6 Wolfsburg
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 1200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7716 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
449 / 607 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
76.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Cargo Space:
32.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4625 lbs
Width:
86 inches
Height:
69.4 inches
Length:
193.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4696 lbs
Width:
76.4 inches
Height:
68.2 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
