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BMW i5 vs Jeep Gladiator comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 264 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 66,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Jeep Gladiator?

BMW i5 vs Jeep Gladiator: Key differences

BMW i5

  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Jeep Gladiator

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i5

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW i5 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 60,800 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,657 £.

Gladiator

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 clearly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 264 HP. That’s roughly 337 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Jeep Gladiator takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers clearly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 220 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 i5 is barely lighter – 2,195 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries very slightly more – 565 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 is far ahead 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
Jeep Gladiator

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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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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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BMW i5
Jeep Gladiator

Costs and Consumption

Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
66,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.8 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
257 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
5,591 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
1,905 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
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
264 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
194 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Jeep
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