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BMW i5 Touring vs Polestar 3 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BMW i5 Touring or Polestar 3 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 61900 £, while the Polestar 3 costs 67400 £. That’s a price difference of around 5477 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i5 Touring: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Polestar 3 with 17.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 3 performs slightly better – achieving up to 706 km, about 104 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 i5 Touring has a to a small extent edge – offering 601 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW i5 Touring performs slight better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Polestar 3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 3 pulls minimal stronger with 910 Nm compared to 820 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BMW i5 Touring is a bit lighter – 2255 kg compared to 2575 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers slightly more room – 570 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW i5 Touring performs a bit better – up to 1700 L, which is about 289 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, BMW i5 Touring to a small extent takes the win – 560 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW i5 Touring shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 £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 new BMW i5 Touring combines elegant design with cutting-edge electric mobility. Its spacious interior offers both luxury and practicality, making it an ideal choice for families and long journeys. Enhanced with advanced technology, this vehicle ensures a smooth and efficient driving experience.

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Polestar 3

Der Polestar 3 präsentiert sich als eindrucksvolles Elektro-SUV, das skandinavisches Design mit nachhaltiger Technologie vereint. Die klare Linienführung und hochwertigen Materialien im Innenraum schaffen eine luxuriöse Atmosphäre, während das fortschrittliche Infotainmentsystem für modernste Konnektivität sorgt. Mit seinem leistungsstarken Antrieb bietet der Polestar 3 ein dynamisches Fahrerlebnis, das sowohl umweltfreundlich als auch leistungsfähig ist.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
61900 - 87000 £
Price
67400 - 79000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2255 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
4900 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1935 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
1614 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
1411 L
Payload
535 - 560 kg
Payload
285 - 496 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
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Polestar

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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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