Compare performance (727 HP vs 229 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Hyundai IONIQ 5?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 is markedly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,814 £.
As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 472 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.
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 5 Series Touring offers substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 229 HP. That’s roughly 498 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 650 Nm more.
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, BMW 5 Series Touring is only slightly lighter – 1,850 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers barely more boot space – 570 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries a bit more – 620 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
53,100 - 126,200 £
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Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
65 - 98 km
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Electric Range
440 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
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Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
515 - 530 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
170 - 229 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
350 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
125 - 168 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Hyundai
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