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Aixam Ambition vs BMW 5 Series Touring comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (12,500 £ vs 52,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Ambition or BMW 5 Series Touring?

Aixam Ambition vs BMW 5 Series Touring: Key differences

Aixam Ambition

  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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BMW 5 Series Touring

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ambition

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Aixam Ambition is clearly cheaper – starting at 12,500 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 52,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,037 £.

As for electric range, the Aixam Ambition offers visibly more range – reaching up to 130 km, about 32 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.

5 Series Touring

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 719 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 960 Nm more.

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 5 Series Touring offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Ambition is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,850 kg. The difference is around 1,425 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers substantially more boot space – 570 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 570 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries considerably more – 620 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 370 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aixam Ambition is decisively ahead 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 £12,500
Ambition

Aixam Ambition

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 - 130 km
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The Aixam Ambition stands out with its compact design and impressive manoeuvrability, making it an ideal choice for urban driving. Its stylish appearance is complemented by a comfortable interior that prioritises driver and passenger experience. With a keen focus on efficiency, this microcar perfectly caters to those seeking an economical yet functional solution for city travel.

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The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
12,500 - 16,700 £
Price
52,500 - 126,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 - 130 km
Electric Range
65 - 98 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
53 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
425 - 440 kg
Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 kg
Payload
500 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
Brand
Aixam
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Aixam Ambition?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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