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BMW 5 Series Touring vs Tesla Model S comparison
Compare performance (727 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (52,500 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Tesla Model S?
BMW 5 Series Touring vs Tesla Model S: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
5 Series Touring
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.
BMW 5 Series Touring is considerably cheaper – starting at 52,500 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,735 £.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers significantly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 646 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.
Model S
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 Tesla Model S offers markedly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 727 HP. That’s roughly 293 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the BMW 5 Series Touring takes 3.6 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
5 Series Touring
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Touring is somewhat lighter – 1,850 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers noticeably more boot space – 799 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 229 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries markedly more – 620 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 178 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Tesla Model S 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.
from £94,300
Tesla Model S
BMW 5 Series Touring
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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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Tesla Model S
The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.
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BMW 5 Series Touring
Tesla Model S
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
52,500 - 126,200 £
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Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
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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
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
65 - 98 km
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Electric Range
611 - 744 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
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Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
799 L
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Length
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Length
5,021 mm
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,431 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
432 - 442 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
493 - 750 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
Tesla
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