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COMPARISON

BMW 520d xDrive vs Toyota RAV4

Full comparison of BMW 520d xDrive and Toyota RAV4: specifications, prices, performance and verdict.

BMW 520d xDrive

BMW 520d xDrive

BMW

58.900 EUR

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Toyota RAV4

Toyota RAV4

Toyota

43.500 EUR

Specifications

BMW 520d xDriveToyota RAV4
Power197 HP183 HP
Torque400 Nm221 Nm
0-100 km/h7.3 s8 s
Top speed233 km/h180 km/h
Price58.900 EUR43.500 EUR
Consumption5.3 L/100km4.9 L/100km
CO2 (WLTP)140 g/km112 g/km
DrivetrainAWDAWD
Seats55
Trunk520 L514 L
Reliability8.5/108.5/10
Battery—22.7 kWh
Electric range—137 km

Visual summary

Power

BMW 520d xDrive
Toyota RAV4

Acceleration (0-100)

BMW 520d xDrive
Toyota RAV4

Price ratio

BMW 520d xDrive
Toyota RAV4
⚡ Fastest

BMW 520d xDrive

💪 Most powerful

BMW 520d xDrive

⚡ Most efficient

Toyota RAV4

Pros and cons

BMW 520d xDrive

  • ✓ Real diesel consumption of 5.3 L/100km
  • ✓ Range of over 1100 km with full tank
  • ✓ Spacious interior with premium materials
  • ✓ BMW OS 8.5 tech with curved display
  • ✓ xDrive AWD for any condition
  • ✓ Smooth 8-speed Steptronic transmission
  • ✗ Diesel engine less exciting than petrol
  • ✗ High price with options
  • ✗ Diesel engine noise when cold
  • ✗ Large dimensions for city parking

Toyota RAV4

  • ✓ HEV hybrid consumption of just 4.9-5.2 L/100km homologated
  • ✓ PHEV with up to 137 km of 100% electric WLTP range
  • ✓ 50 kW DC fast charging, 10 to 80% in about 30 minutes
  • ✓ Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 standard across the range
  • ✓ Boot space of up to 749 liters on the HEV version
  • ✓ Toyota hybrid drivetrain's historic reliability
  • ✗ Still unrated by Euro NCAP at launch (stricter 2026 protocols)
  • ✗ The e-CVT produces a noticeable engine drone under hard acceleration
  • ✗ The HEV version is only available with front-wheel drive
  • ✗ The most powerful PHEV exceeds 53,000 euros in Spain
BUYING GUIDE

Which should you buy?

Buy BMW 520d xDrive if…

  • → Real diesel consumption of 5.3 L/100km
  • → Range of over 1100 km with full tank
  • → Spacious interior with premium materials

Buy Toyota RAV4 if…

  • → HEV hybrid consumption of just 4.9-5.2 L/100km homologated
  • → PHEV with up to 137 km of 100% electric WLTP range
  • → 50 kW DC fast charging, 10 to 80% in about 30 minutes
REAL COSTS IN SPAIN

Real costs in Spain

BMW 520d xDriveToyota RAV4
Insurance€2000€2000
MOT€400€160
Maintenance€450€220
Consumption5.3 L/100km4.9 L/100km
Fuel/year€1391€1286
Total/year€5010€4260
Reliability8.5/108.5/10
DIMENSIONS

Dimensions

BMW 520d xDriveToyota RAV4
Length5060 mm4600 mm
Width1900 mm1855 mm
Height1515 mm1680 mm
Wheelbase2995 mm2690 mm
Weight1905 kg1665 kg
Trunk (seats up)520 L514 L
Fuel tank68 L55 L
FOR THE BUYER

What matters most when deciding

Practical summary based on the two chosen models

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Best for

BMW 520d xDrive: Daily use

Toyota RAV4: Daily use

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Drivetrain

AWD vs AWD

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Seats

5 vs 5

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Annual fuel savings

Toyota RAV4 saves ~€105/year in fuel (15,000 km).

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Price difference

BMW 520d xDrive costs €15.400 more in purchase price.

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Insurance + maintenance

BMW 520d xDrive: €2450/year · Toyota RAV4: €2220/year (without fuel).

DETAILED ANALYSIS

Complete analysis

Detailed comparison between BMW 520d xDrive and Toyota RAV4.

BMW 520d xDrive

Engine type2.0L Inline-4 Diesel TwinPower Turbo
Cylinders4 cylinders
TurboTwin-Turbo
Torque400 Nm
Weight1905 kg
Chassis materialAluminum & Aluminum
Consumption5.3 L/100km
Range968 km
SuspensionDouble Wishbone / Multi-link
DrivetrainAWD
TransmissionAutomatic 8 speeds
Maintenance cost€450
Reliability8.5/10

Toyota RAV4

Engine type2.5L Inline-4 Dynamic Force Atkinson-cycle Hybrid
Cylinders4 cylinders
TurboNaturally Aspirated
Torque221 Nm
Weight1665 kg
Chassis materialAluminum Alloy & Aluminum Alloy
Consumption4.9 L/100km
Range137 km
SuspensionMacPherson strut / Multi-link
DrivetrainAWD
TransmissionElectronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission speeds
Maintenance cost€220
Reliability8.5/10
FEATURES

Equipment and features

BMW 520d xDrive

Exterior

  • LED Headlights
  • Panoramic Glass Roof
  • 18-inch Alloy Wheels

Interior

  • Curved Display
  • Vernasca Leather
  • 3-Zone Climate

Technology

  • BMW OS 8.5
  • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto

Safety

  • Driving Assistant Professional
  • Parking Assistant Plus
  • Lane Departure Warning

Toyota RAV4

Exterior

  • Bi-LED Headlights
  • 18-inch Alloy Wheels
  • Power Tailgate

Interior

  • 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster
  • Heated Front Seats
  • 2-Zone Climate Control

Technology

  • ToyotaConnect 12.9" Multimedia
  • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto

Safety

  • Toyota Safety Sense 4.0
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Safe Exit Assist
CONSUMPTION

Detailed consumption

BMW 520d xDriveToyota RAV4
City6.2 L/100km—
Highway4.8 L/100km—
Combined5.3 L/100km4.9 L/100km
Calm driving4.5 L/100km—
Sport driving7 L/100km—
City range968 km—
Highway range1250 km—
DEPRECIATION

Residual value

BMW 520d xDriveToyota RAV4
After 1 year€47.120 (80%)—
After 3 years€40.052 (68%)—
After 5 years€31.806 (54%)—
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY

Interior technology

BMW 520d xDrive

Premium materials

High-grade upholstery, wood and aluminium in a sober, well-assembled cabin.

Sport seats

Seats with lateral bolstering, electric adjustment and heating for driver and passenger.

Ambient lighting

LED strips along the dashboard and doors with several selectable tones.

Head-Up Display

Projection of speed, navigation and assistance on the windshield.

Harman Kardon sound

Premium audio system with 16 speakers and surround sound.

3-zone climate control

Independent temperature control for driver, passenger and rear seats.

BMW iDrive 8.5

Curved touchscreen with voice control, navigation and full connectivity.

Toyota RAV4

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BEST PERFORMANCE

BMW 520d xDrive — most powerful

delivers 197 HP and estimated total cost €3841/year (fuel + insurance + maintenance).

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BMW 520d xDrive
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more reliable?

BMW 520d xDrive usually has better long-term mechanical reliability.

Which consumes less?

Toyota RAV4 consumes less fuel than the BMW 520d xDrive.

Which is better for trips?

BMW 520d xDrive is more comfortable for long trips.

Verdict

BMW 520d xDrive vs Toyota RAV4: comparison of power, acceleration, price and fuel economy to help you decide.