Compare the BMW i5 vs BMW iX
AI generated from our expert reviews
Both the BMW i5 and the BMW iX are remarkably refined at motorway speeds, staying so quiet that you will need to keep a close eye on your speedometer. Inside, both cabins feature twin dashboard displays that are easier to navigate on the move using the iDrive rotary controller rather than prodding the touchscreen. For three passengers in the back, the iX is more accommodating thanks to its completely flat floor, whereas the i5 has a large hump in the floor that gets in the way of foot space. In practical terms, the iX can tow a heavier trailer, while the i5 charges faster when you plug in.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
Key information
| Body type Saloons | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Electric | Available fuel types Electric |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 490 litres (4 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 500 litres (4 suitcases) Best |
| Boot space, seats down — | Boot space, seats down 1,750 litres |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 5,060 mm x 1,900 mm x 1,515 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,965 mm x 1,970 mm x 1,696 mm |
| Towing capacity 1,500 kg | Towing capacity 2,500 kg Best |
| First year tax rate £10 | First year tax rate £10 |
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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| Battery size 83.9 kWh | Battery size 111.5 kWh Best |
| Drive type Rear wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 250kW eDrive40 84kWh Auto | Engine name 400kW xDrive60 112kWh Auto |
| Engine size Electric • 340 BHP | Engine size Electric • 544 BHP |
| Body type Saloons | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Electric | Fuel type Electric |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Rear wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
| Forward gears 1 | Forward gears 1 |
| Acceleration 6.0 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 4.6 s (0-60 mph) Best |
| Battery size 83.9 kWh | Battery size 111.5 kWh Best |
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 4 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 490 litres | Boot (seats up) 500 litres Best |
| Boot (seats down) — | Boot (seats down) 1,750 litres |
| Length 5,060 mm | Length 4,965 mm |
| Width 1,900 mm | Width 1,970 mm |
| Height 1,515 mm | Height 1,696 mm |
| Wheelbase 3.0 m | Wheelbase 3.0 m |
| Turning circle 12.3 m | Turning circle 12.8 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.