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Abarth 500 595 695 vs BMW i5 Touring comparison

Compare performance (155 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 61,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Abarth 500 595 695 or BMW i5 Touring?

Abarth 500 595 695 vs BMW i5 Touring: Key differences

Abarth 500 595 695

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter

BMW i5 Touring

  • substantially more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Abarth 500 595 695 is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the BMW i5 Touring costs 61,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,323 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 Touring is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 17.1 kWh/100km for the Abarth 500 595 695. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 Touring offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 337 km more than the Abarth 500 595 695.

i5 Touring

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i5 Touring offers substantially more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 155 HP. That’s roughly 446 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Abarth 500 595 695 takes 7 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW i5 Touring is noticeably faster – reaching 230 km/h, while the Abarth 500 595 695 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 Touring delivers substantially more torque with 820 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 585 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW i5 Touring offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Abarth 500 595 695 is significantly lighter – 1,410 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 845 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers significantly more boot space – 570 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW i5 Touring offers significantly more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 1,150 L more than the Abarth 500 595 695.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 Touring carries visibly more – 560 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 Touring is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £61,900
i5 Touring

BMW i5 Touring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 522 - 602 km
Abarth 500 595 695
BMW i5 Touring

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Abarth 500 595 695

The Abarth 500, particularly in its 595 and 695 renditions, captures the spirit of Italian motoring with its compact yet aggressive design. Known for its lively performance and distinctive styling, this little powerhouse is a joy to drive, offering an engaging experience that appeals to enthusiasts. With its rich motorsport heritage, the Abarth 500 embodies the essence of fun and excitement on both the streets and the race track.

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BMW i5 Touring

The BMW i5 Touring marries the everyday usefulness of a roomy estate with the hushed, premium feel of a modern electric BMW. It’s an appealing choice for buyers who want confident, relaxed driving and executive poise without sacrificing weekend practicality — and it even makes loading skis feel slightly glamorous.

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Abarth 500 595 695
BMW i5 Touring

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,600 - 39,400 £
Price
61,900 - 87,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 18.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
242 - 265 km
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
37.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
81.2 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,410 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,425 kg
Trunk capacity
185 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
3,673 mm
Length
5,060 mm
Width
1,682 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,518 mm
Height
1,505 - 1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
550 L
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
370 - 385 kg
Payload
535 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
155 HP
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
155 km/h
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Torque
235 Nm
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
114 kW
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Abarth
Brand
BMW
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