BMW X5 G05 vs Renault Captur MK2

BMW X5

G05 · 2018 – 2023

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

Renault Captur

MK2 · 2019 – 2026

The second Captur (MK2), on the CMF-B platform with E-Tech hybrids.

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 Captur

Pick the MK2 for the roomier, modern Captur with E-Tech hybrids and the flexible rear bench.

Best engine: The 1.0 TCe (petrol) or E-Tech 140/145 (hybrid).

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Performance

B58 40i · Petrol vs 1.0 TCe 100 · Petrol

	BMW X5	Renault Captur
Power	340 hp Winner	100 hp
Torque	450 Nm Winner	160 Nm
0–100 km/h	5,5 s Winner	13,0 s
Top speed	243 km/h Winner	178 km/h
Power-to-weight	159,3 hp/t Winner	87,7 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	198 g/km	115 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	8,6 L/100km	5,0 L/100km Winner

Dimensions & space

	BMW X5	Renault Captur
Boot	650 L Winner	422 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.870 L Winner	1.500 L
Wheelbase	2,98 m Winner	2,64 m
Length	4,92 m	4,24 m
Ground clearance	21,4 cm	—
Turning circle	12,6 m	10,9 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	3.500 kg Winner	1.100 kg

Powertrain & tech

	BMW X5	Renault Captur
Platform	CLAR (longitudinal)	CMF-B
Drive	All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	B58 3.0 petrol · B57 3.0 diesel · 45e PHEV	1.0 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 Blue dCi · E-Tech 140/145 · E-Tech PHEV 158
Transmission	8-speed Steptronic	6-speed manual
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 Captur

E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain
Electrical gremlins and infotainment freezes
1.5 Blue dCi: DPF and AdBlue on short trips

Pros

BMW X5

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

Renault Captur

Bigger boot than the MK1
Modern E-Tech hybrids available
Keeps the clever sliding rear bench

Cons

BMW X5

High running costs
Air suspension & xDrive upkeep

Renault Captur

PHEV pricier and heavier
Infotainment can be slow

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 Captur

Light and easy to place in town with a reasonably high driving position, helped by light steering that is not especially communicative. Body control is firmer than the first-generation Captur, reducing roll in corners while staying acceptable on normal roads, though the ride can feel firm on larger wheels. The 1.0 TCe and 1.3 TCe feel responsive for daily use; the E-Tech hybrid adds strong low-speed electric assistance and smooth transitions once warm. Manual gearboxes are straightforward, and the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but can hesitate at low speeds. Overall a competent, easy compact crossover rather than a driver's car.