Compare performance (601 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (61,900 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 Touring or Mercedes EQE SUV?
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.
BMW i5 Touring is a bit cheaper – starting at 61,900 £ , while the Mercedes EQE SUV costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,668 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 Touring is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQE SUV. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 611 km, about 9 km more than the BMW i5 Touring.
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 Mercedes EQE SUV offers very slightly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the BMW i5 Touring takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQE SUV is marginally faster – 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: the Mercedes EQE SUV delivers a bit more torque with 950 Nm compared to 820 Nm. That’s about 130 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, BMW i5 Touring is marginally lighter – 2,255 kg compared to 2,440 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers only slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
For maximum load capacity, the BMW i5 Touring offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 25 L more than the Mercedes EQE SUV.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE SUV carries barely more – 580 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The BMW i5 Touring holds a slight edge 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 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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Price
61,900 - 87,000 £
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Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
522 - 602 km
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Electric Range
453 - 611 km
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Battery Capacity
81.2 kWh
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Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
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co2
0 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
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,255 - 2,425 kg
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Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Length
5,060 mm
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Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,940 mm
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Height
1,505 - 1,515 mm
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Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
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Payload
535 - 560 kg
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Payload
505 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 601 HP
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Power HP
265 - 625 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
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Torque
550 - 950 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
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Power kW
195 - 460 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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