Compare performance (601 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (62,500 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 Touring or Hyundai i20?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Hyundai i20 is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the BMW i5 Touring costs 62,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,671 £.
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 i5 Touring offers significantly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 511 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 Touring delivers substantially more torque with 820 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm more.
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, Hyundai i20 is considerably lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 1,110 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers noticeably more boot space – 570 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 218 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 Touring carries somewhat more – 560 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
The BMW i5 Touring is decisively ahead 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 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.
detailsThe Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.
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Price
62,500 - 87,600 £
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Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
522 - 602 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
128 - 129 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
-
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Curb weight
2,255 - 2,425 kg
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Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Trunk capacity
352 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,775 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
535 - 560 kg
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Payload
455 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 601 HP
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Power HP
90 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
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Torque
172 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
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Power kW
66 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Hyundai
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