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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (727 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (50800 £ vs 38500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

BMW 5 Series Saloon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50800 £. That’s a price difference of around 12343 £.

As for range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs clearly better – achieving up to 570 km, about 465 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

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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 has a slightly edge – offering 727 HP compared to 650 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the is quicker – completing the sprint in , while the takes . That’s about faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs slight better – reaching 260 km/h, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Saloon pulls distinct stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is slight lighter – 1800 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

In terms of boot space, the offers more room – compared to . That’s a difference of about .

When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Saloon slightly takes the win – 600 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £38,500
IONIQ 5 @ Hyundai Motor Company

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
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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 IONIQ 5

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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50800 - 123800 £
Price
38500 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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440 - 570 km
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18.6 - 19.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 2510 kg
Curb weight
1955 - 2275 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Length
5060 - 5096 mm
Length
4655 - 4715 mm
Width
1900 - 1970 mm
Width
1890 - 1940 mm
Height
1510 - 1515 mm
Height
1585 - 1605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
Payload
430 - 600 kg
Payload
385 - 530 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
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What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Saloon have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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