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BMW i5 Touring vs BMW iX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 659 HP), boot space and price (61900 £ vs 71600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 Touring or BMW iX?

BMW i5 Touring

BMW iX

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

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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 i5 Touring has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 61900 £, while the BMW iX costs 71600 £. That’s a price difference of around 9686 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i5 Touring: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the BMW iX with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.40 kWh.

As for range, the BMW iX performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 701 km, about 99 km more than the BMW i5 Touring.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX has a slight edge – offering 659 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BMW i5 Touring takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW iX performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW i5 Touring tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX pulls a bit stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 820 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm difference.

i5 Touring @ BMW Group Press

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 i5 Touring is slightly lighter – 2255 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers to a small extent more room – 570 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX performs minimal better – up to 1750 L, which is about 50 L more than the BMW i5 Touring.

When it comes to payload, BMW iX hardly perceptible takes the win – 575 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW iX shows itself to be wins by a narrow margin 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 £71,600
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BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
BMW i5 Touring
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BMW i5 Touring

The BMW i5 Touring marries the everyday usefulness of a roomy estate with the hushed, premium feel of a modern electric BMW. It’s an appealing choice for buyers who want confident, relaxed driving and executive poise without sacrificing weekend practicality — and it even makes loading skis feel slightly glamorous.

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
61900 - 87000 £
Price
71600 - 107100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
96 - 109.6 kWh
co2
0 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
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2255 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
4965 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1970 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
1688 - 1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Payload
535 - 560 kg
Payload
505 - 575 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
700 - 1015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
Is the BMW i5 Touring offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 Touring is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.