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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Hyundai i10 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 14,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Hyundai i10?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Hyundai i10: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Hyundai i10

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i10 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai i10 with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

i10

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 Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 637 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 828 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is considerably lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 804 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers considerably more boot space – 520 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon 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 £51,400
5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 105 km
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Hyundai i10

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Hyundai i10

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
110 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
252 L
Length
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Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,680 mm
Height
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Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
344 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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