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BMW i5 Touring vs Mercedes EQE SUV - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 625 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 Mercedes EQE SUV?

BMW i5 Touring

Mercedes EQE SUV

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

i5 Touring @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW i5 Touring has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 61900 £, while the Mercedes EQE SUV costs 71600 £. That’s a price difference of around 9668 £.

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 Mercedes EQE SUV with 18.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.90 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes EQE SUV performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 611 km, about 9 km more than the BMW i5 Touring.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes EQE SUV has a slight edge – offering 625 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the BMW i5 Touring takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes EQE SUV performs minimal better – reaching 240 km/h, while the BMW i5 Touring tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQE SUV pulls a bit stronger with 950 Nm compared to 820 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

i5 Touring @ BMW Group Press

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, BMW i5 Touring is hardly perceptible lighter – 2255 kg compared to 2440 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers barely noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW i5 Touring performs minimal better – up to 1700 L, which is about 25 L more than the Mercedes EQE SUV.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQE SUV slight takes the win – 580 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW i5 Touring proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW i5 Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £61,900
i5 Touring @ BMW Group Press

BMW i5 Touring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 17.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 522 - 602 km
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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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Mercedes EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
61900 - 87000 £
Price
71600 - 125100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 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
4
Curb weight
2255 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
2440 - 2615 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
4863 - 4879 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1940 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
1672 - 1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 L
Payload
535 - 560 kg
Payload
505 - 580 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the BMW i5 Touring offered with different drivetrains?

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

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