2025 BMW X5 M vs 2025 Land Rover Range Rover

$127,200 · Crossover

$107,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical difference between the 2025 BMW X5 M and the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover is the substantial 222 horsepower gap, with the X5 M delivering 617 hp compared to the Range Rover's 395 hp. This performance advantage comes at a premium, as the X5 M commands an MSRP of $127,200, while the Range Rover is priced at $107,900, a $19,300 saving. Fuel economy presents another major divergence; the Range Rover achieves 21 combined MPG, significantly outperforming the X5 M's 15 combined MPG. In terms of utility, the Range Rover offers superior space with 40.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity versus the BMW's 33.9 cu ft. While both utilize 8-speed automatic transmissions and AWD/4WD systems, the power and efficiency figures define their respective market positions.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover

The Range Rover wins for daily commuting due to its superior 21 combined MPG versus the X5 M's 15 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Range Rover

Families benefit from the Range Rover's larger 40.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the X5 M's 33.9 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 BMW X5 M

The BMW X5 M is the definitive choice for performance enthusiasts, producing 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover

The Range Rover offers significantly more usable space and far better fuel efficiency for a $19,300 lower initial purchase price.

Choose the BMW X5 M if...

Absolute top-tier performance is mandatory, evidenced by the 617 hp output.
The driver prioritizes maximum acceleration metrics over fuel costs.
The buyer is comfortable with the premium $127,200 MSRP for specialized performance tuning.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover if...

Maximum daily operational savings are desired, stemming from 21 combined MPG.
Increased cargo volume is needed, given its 40.7 cu ft capacity.
The buyer seeks a luxurious vehicle with a significantly lower entry cost of $107,900.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW X5 M	Land Rover Range Rover
Length	194.8"	198.9"
Width	79.3"	-
Height	69.4"	73.6"
Wheelbase	117.0"	118.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	4.4 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	617 hp @ 6000 rpm	395 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm	406 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	32	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	13/18 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	15 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	284.7/394.2 mi.	452.2/571.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.9 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	14.9 in	13.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Harman/Kardon	—
Stereo Power	464W	380W
Speaker System	16	13
Subwoofer Count	2	1
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Video Monitor	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Front Head Room	40.8 in.	39.3 in.
Front Leg Room	39.8 in.	39.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.0 in.	—
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	39.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	40.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 x 11.5 in.	21 in
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	315/35R	275/50R21
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	BMW	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW X5 M and 2025 Land Rover Range Rover.

What is the primary financial difference between the 2025 BMW X5 M and the Range Rover?

The 2025 BMW X5 M has an MSRP of $127,200, which is $19,300 higher than the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover's starting price of $107,900. Additionally, the X5 M requires premium unleaded fuel, potentially increasing ongoing operational expenses over the Range Rover's recommended fuel.

How much more fuel-efficient is the Range Rover compared to the X5 M?

The Range Rover demonstrates superior efficiency, achieving 21 combined MPG (19 City/24 Highway). This is substantially better than the X5 M's 15 combined MPG (13 City/18 Highway), resulting in significantly lower annual fuel costs.

Is there a meaningful power discrepancy between these two crossovers?

Yes, the power gap is substantial: the X5 M produces 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, whereas the Range Rover generates 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. This 222 hp difference positions the X5 M firmly in the high-performance category.

Which vehicle offers more practical space for passengers and cargo?

The Range Rover provides greater utility with 40.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the rear seats, eclipsing the X5 M's 33.9 cubic feet. The Range Rover is also notably taller at 73.6 inches versus the X5 M's 69.4 inches.

Are the drivetrains mechanically identical between the two models?

Both vehicles utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission for power delivery. However, the BMW uses an 'all wheel drive' system while the Range Rover employs a 'four wheel drive' system, although both are designed to manage traction across varied surfaces.

How do their physical dimensions compare, particularly in length?

The Range Rover is physically longer, measuring 198.9 inches compared to the X5 M's 194.8 inches. However, the X5 M is slightly wider at 79.3 inches, reflecting different design priorities for their respective footprints.