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BMW i5 vs BMW X4 comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 510 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 51,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or BMW X4?

BMW i5 vs BMW X4: Key differences

BMW i5

  • moderately more power
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BMW X4

  • moderately cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW X4 is moderately cheaper – starting at 51,900 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,914 £.

X4

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 offers moderately more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 510 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.8 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers a bit more torque with 820 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

i5

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 terms of curb weight, BMW X4 is slightly lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers only slightly more boot space – 525 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 545 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 is clearly superior overall 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 £60,800
i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
BMW i5
BMW X4

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW i5

The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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BMW i5
BMW X4

Costs and Consumption

Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
156 - 244 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
525 L
Length
-
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
415 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
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