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BMW i5 Touring vs Mercedes EQE SUV comparison

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?

BMW i5 Touring vs Mercedes EQE SUV: Key differences

BMW i5 Touring

  • a bit cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

Mercedes EQE SUV

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  • very slightly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h

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

i5 Touring

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

EQE SUV

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 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.

i5 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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £61,900
i5 Touring

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 522 - 602 km
BMW i5 Touring
Mercedes EQE SUV

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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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BMW i5 Touring
Mercedes EQE SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
61,900 - 87,000 £
Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Battery Capacity
81.2 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
2,255 - 2,425 kg
Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
5,060 mm
Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,940 mm
Height
1,505 - 1,515 mm
Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,675 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
2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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