BMW X5 G05 vs Renault Arkana ARK

BMW X5

G05 · 2018 – 2023

The fourth-generation X5 (G05), on the CLAR platform.

Renault Arkana

ARK · 2020 – 2026

The Arkana (ARK), a coupé-SUV on the CMF-B platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

BMW X5

Pick the X5 for a luxurious cabin, strong engines and generous space in a large premium SUV.

Best engine: The xDrive30d (diesel) or xDrive40i (petrol).

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Pick this one if…

Renault Arkana

Pick the Arkana for a striking coupé-SUV with a roomy boot and an efficient hybrid.

Best engine: The 1.3 TCe (petrol) or E-Tech hybrid.

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Performance

B58 40i · Petrol vs 1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol

	BMW X5	Renault Arkana
Power	340 hp Winner	140 hp
Torque	450 Nm Winner	260 Nm
0–100 km/h	5,5 s Winner	9,8 s
Top speed	243 km/h Winner	200 km/h
Power-to-weight	159,3 hp/t Winner	105,3 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	198 g/km	132 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	8,6 L/100km	5,8 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X5	Renault Arkana
Boot	650 L Winner	480 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.870 L Winner	1.500 L
Wheelbase	2,98 m Winner	2,72 m
Length	4,92 m	4,57 m
Ground clearance	21,4 cm	—
Turning circle	12,6 m	10,9 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	3.500 kg Winner	750 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X5	Renault Arkana
Platform	CLAR (longitudinal)	CMF-B
Drive	All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	B58 3.0 petrol · B57 3.0 diesel · 45e PHEV	1.3 TCe mild hybrid · E-Tech Hybrid 145
Transmission	8-speed Steptronic	6-speed manual · EDC7
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d-TEMP	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

BMW X5

Transfer case (xDrive) needs maintenance
Air suspension (if fitted)
Cooling system/EGR on diesels

Renault Arkana

Infotainment: freezes and lag
Electrical gremlins (12V battery)
E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain

Pros

BMW X5

Luxurious, premium interior
Strong B57/B58 engines
Light, stiff CLAR body

Renault Arkana

Striking coupé design
Roomy boot (480–513 L)
Efficient E-Tech hybrid available

Cons

BMW X5

High running costs
Air suspension & xDrive upkeep

Renault Arkana

Sloping roof limits rear headroom
No diesel offered

Driving experience

BMW X5

Luxurious, composed and surprisingly agile for its size. Steering is accurate and well-weighted, body control excellent, and the X5 hides its bulk through bends with real composure. xDrive delivers tenacious all-weather grip and a reassuringly planted feel. Air suspension, where fitted, spans cushioned to firmly controlled and irons out rough roads. The B58 petrols are smooth and muscular, the B57 diesels pull strongly and stay hushed, and the xDrive45e plug-in glides on electric power. The ZF 8-speed is quick, seamless and always in the right gear. Overall a polished, capable luxury SUV that feels smaller and sharper than it is.

Renault Arkana

A comfortable long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car. Steering is light and accurate enough for daily use, and body control is reasonable, but the ride is firmer than many rivals — especially on larger wheels — and can feel unsettled over sharp bumps. The 1.3 TCe feels responsive once moving, while the E-Tech hybrid prioritises efficiency and can feel less linear under hard acceleration because of its multi-mode transmission. The EDC dual-clutch is smooth at higher speeds but can show low-speed hesitation or judder.