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BMW 5 Series Touring vs Aiways U6 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Aiways U6?

BMW 5 Series Touring vs Aiways U6: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Touring

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Aiways U6

  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

5 Series Touring

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.

Aiways U6 is markedly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,847 £.

As for electric range, the Aiways U6 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 405 km, about 307 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.

U6

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 218 HP. That’s roughly 509 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Aiways U6 takes 7 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 685 Nm more.

5 Series Touring

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, Aiways U6 is very slightly lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 1,850 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers somewhat more boot space – 570 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries visibly more – 620 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Touring stands well ahead of its rival 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 £53,100
5 Series Touring

BMW 5 Series Touring

  • 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 2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 65 - 98 km
BMW 5 Series Touring
Aiways U6

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 5 Series Touring

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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Aiways U6

The U6 stands out in the automotive landscape with its sleek design and modern features, appealing to both urban drivers and adventure seekers alike. Its spacious interior and high-tech amenities make every journey comfortable and enjoyable. With a focus on sustainability, the U6 embodies the future of eco-friendly driving without compromising on style or performance.

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BMW 5 Series Touring
Aiways U6

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,100 - 126,200 £
Price
41,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
65 - 98 km
Electric Range
405 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 157 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
Curb weight
1,790 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
1,641 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,260 L
Payload
500 - 620 kg
Payload
405 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Aiways
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