Comparison - BMW X5 M Competition 2020 - vs - BMW Alpina XB7 2021

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Make: 
Average Price: 
$
114,100
Updated: 
30 Oct 2019
$
141,300
Updated: 
26 Nov 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2021
Total Seating: 
5
7
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
21.90gals
21.90gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Marina Bay Blue Metallic
#3D54A5
Carbon Black Metallic
#5F6271
Black Sapphire Metallic
#232323
Mineral White Metallic
#D6D5D3
Donington Grey Metallic
#6E6D68
Toronto Red Metallic
#EE6D5A
BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue Metallic
#25416A
BMW Individual Ametrine Metallic
#71464D
Alpine White
#F3F3F3
Manhattan Green metallic
#5C614F
Jet Black
#000000
Color: 
ALPINE WHITE
#ECECEC
AMETRIN METALLIC
#563036
TANZANITE BLUE
#344071
ARCTIC GREY METALLIC
#282C30
PHYTONIC BLUE METALLIC
#1E324C
MINERAL WHITE METALLIC
#949390
BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC
#161616
(Ind) Dravit Grey Metallic
#606465
ALPINE BLUE METALLIC
#2B2F55

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The BMW X5 M is an amazing mix of very high performance, luxurious accommodation and SUV practicality, but it doesn’t come cheap.

Pros
Fabulous engine
Superb handling
Loads of technology

Cons
Ageing looks
Expensive to buy and run
Not all the safety features are standard

By: 
carwow.co.uk

The all-new 2020 BMW X5 M represents the third generation of the Bavarian automaker's sportiest X5 SUV. It's more powerful than the outgoing X5 M, with 33 horsepower more in standard trim and 50 extra horsepower in the Competition model. The rest of the changes are more evolutionary than revolutionary. Still, its resculpted sheetmetal, enhanced interior, and modernized technology help make the latest X5 M better than ever.

Pros
Massive power,
stunning acceleration,
high-end interior appointments.

Cons
Six-figure base price,
stiff ride,
complicated drive-mode system.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 BMW X5 M comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.600 horsepower in standard trim and 617 hp with the Competition package.All-wheel-drive system tuned for maximum handling performance.Unique interior and exterior styling touches.

Pros
Massive power from both twin-turbo V8 engines
Rapid acceleration at any speed
Impressive handling for such a big vehicle
Includes modern refinements found in the standard X5

Cons
Stiff and sometimes unyielding ride
Small mirrors and thick roof pillars create large blind spots
Not a lot of interior storage

By: 
edmunds.com

Based on the BMW X7 SUV,Turbocharged V8 makes 612 horsepower.Retuned suspension.

PROS
Thundering acceleration
Impressive array of advanced driver aids
Exclusivity of the Alpina badge

CONS
Not enough differentiation from the BMW X7
Interior is cluttered with buttons
Ride quality can suffer on less than perfect roads

By: 
edmunds.com

The Alpina XB7 is as fast as it is luxurious and as practical as it is well equipped. The trouble is the same is true of the closely related BMW X7 M50i, which is significantly cheaper.

PROS
Hugely fast
Very spacious and practical
Outstanding infotainment system

CONS
Too similar to an X7 M50i
Much more expensive than the M50i
A lot of road noise

By: 
whatcar.com

PROS
Big, refined power;
understated design;
Decent ride comfort,
even on big wheels.

CONS
Awfully big and thirsty,
unsettling stability-control interventions,
priced for exclusivity.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
13.00mpg
15.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
18.00mpg
21.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
32
Cylinders: 
8
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.40L
4.40L
Torque: 
553ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
590ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
Horsepower: 
617hp
at 6 000rpm
612hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
42.00Feet
42.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel
SWITCH-TRONIC sport leather steering wheel with Multi-function
Drive Performance Control incl. COMFORT+, COMFORT, SPORT, SPORT+ and ADAPTIVE Mode
Driving Assistant Professional
Adaptive Cruise Control
Automatic Parking Assist
Keyless Ignition
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Leather Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
195.00in
203.30in
Width: 
79.30in
78.70in
Height: 
68.90in
70.70in
Ground Clearance: 
8.40in
8.40in
Front Track: 
66.80in
66.20in
Rear Track: 
66.40in
67.00in
Wheel Base: 
117.00in
122.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.80
41.90
Rear Head Room: 
38.70
39.90
Front Leg Room: 
39.80in
39.80in
Rear leg room: 
37.40in
37.60in
Front Shoulder Room: 
60.00in
60.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.10in
58.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
72.30cu.ft
90.40cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
33.90cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
5425.00lbs
5860.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
Lockable glove compartment
Light inside glove compartment
Alarm system
Full-color Head-up Display

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Exterior mirrors – electrically adjustable, integrated direction indicators, heated, in body colour
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Sunblinds for rear side windows, electric
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
14 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Premium Leather
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
14 -Way Power Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
16 -Way Power Passenger Seat
16 -Way Power Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Massaging
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Premium Leather
Sport Front Seats
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
Split folding rear seat with 40:20:40 configuration
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Folding center armrest
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
ALPINA Sport Suspension incl. Executive Drive Pro, Integral Active Steering and ALPINA Sport+ Mode

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Air conditioning, automatic with four-zone control
Ambient lighting
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Air conditioning, automatic with four-zone control
Front air inlets trims and Air Breather in Chrome
Glass application 'CraftedClarity' for interior elements in ALPINA Design
Instrument panel, leather
Heated & Cooled Cupholders
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Four Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
WiFi hotspot preparation
Loudspeaker system – harman/kardon
Enhanced Bluetooth with wireless charging
12.3" Control Display with Touch Functionality
12.3" Digital Instrument Display
32GB hard disc drive (HDD) memory
BMW Legal Emergency Call
iDrive Touch Controller with shortcut buttons
USB connection, USB type A 1.5A in cupholder, USB Type C 3A in centre armrest
16 Total Speakers
600 Watts Stereo Output
12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
2 Subwoofer(S)
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)
16 speakers
Head-up Display
Headlining, Alcantara Anthracite
Loudspeaker system - harman/kardon surround sound
HD Radio™ with "multicast" FM station reception
12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
464 Watts Stereo Output
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Adaptive LED headlights
Decorative moulting, window frame
Window guide rail
B and C pillars
Door sill finishers ALPINA, illuminated
Exhaust system ALPINA, stainless steel, with double-ended tailpipes
Exterior mirrors – folding, with anti-dazzle
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
22 X 11.5 In.
21 X 9.5 In.
Wheels more: 
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
Performance Tires
Run Flat Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
315.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
30
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Active Protection
Turn Signal Mirrors
Drive Recorder
Approach Control warning
Crossing-traffic warning, rear
Self-Leveling Headlights
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
Speed-limit information
M Head-up Display
Crash sensor activating central locking release, hazard warning lights, fuel cut-off, interior lighting and activation of the safety battery terminal clamp
Rain sensor with automatic headlight activation and windscreen wiper control
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Pre-Collision Safety System
Brake Drying
First aid kit and warning triangle
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
3-point safety belts and head restraints at all seating positions
Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners
Central locking system on driver and front passenger doors (leaves fuel filler door unlocked)
Frontal Collision Warning
Active Blind Spot Detection
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Active Lane Keeping Assistant with side collision avoidance
Automatic Lane Change
Evasion Assistant & Cross-traffic alert front and rear
LED Headlamp
Adaptive Headlights
Brake Drying
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Self-Leveling Headlights
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Packages: 
M Driver's Package
Driving Assistance Professional Package
Executive Package
Exterior Options: 
21"/22" M Star-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels W/Performance Non Run-Flat Tires
Shadowline Exterior Trim
21" ALPINA DYNAMIC Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires And Top Speed Limiter
23" ALPINA CLASSIC Wheels W/Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires
Panoramic Sky Lounge LED Roof
Space-Saver Spare
Badge Deletion
Trailer Hitch
Interior Options: 
Alcantara Headliner In Upholstery Color
Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System
Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional
Mobility Kit
Alcantara Headliner In Upholstery Color
Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional
5-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System
Second Row Captain's Chairs

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black full merino, premium leather
#000000
Silverstone full merino, premium leather
#B5BABD
Sakhir Orange/Black full merino, premium leather
#955146
(ind)Ivory White/Night blue full merino, premium leather
#DDDAD3
Black full merino/Midrand Beige, premium leather/alcantara
#000000
Adelaide Grey full merino, premium leather
#736E68
Taruma Brown full merino, premium leather
#8D715C
Color: 
Tartufo Extended Merino, Premium leather
#9D7866
Ivory White Full Merino, Premium leather
#F1F2ED
Coffee Full Merino, Premium leather
#675C56
Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, Premium leather
#F1F2ED
Coffee Extended Merino, Premium leather
#675C56
Ivory White Extended Merino, Premium leather
#F1F2ED
Black Extended Merino, Premium leather
#000000
Black Full Merino, Premium leather
#000000
Tartufo Full Merino, Premium leather
#967957