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BMW i5 vs Maxus T90 EV comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 56,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Maxus T90 EV?

BMW i5 vs Maxus T90 EV: Key differences

BMW i5

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Maxus T90 EV

  • very slightly cheaper
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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.

Maxus T90 EV is very slightly cheaper – starting at 56,100 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,682 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 26.8 kWh/100km for the Maxus T90 EV. That’s a difference of about 12.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 297 km more than the Maxus T90 EV.

T90 EV

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 BMW i5 offers considerably more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 424 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Maxus T90 EV takes 12.3 s. That’s about 8.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers significantly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 510 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 very slightly lighter – 2,195 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus T90 EV carries significantly more – 925 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 380 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
Maxus T90 EV

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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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Maxus T90 EV

The Maxus T90 EV arrives as a rugged electric pickup that blends practical utility with surprising refinement, ideal for buyers who want a capable workhorse without diesel fumes. Inside it feels modern and well thought out, while the electric powertrain delivers instant shove and a composed ride that proves going electric doesn't mean losing muscle or character.

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BMW i5
Maxus T90 EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
56,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
330 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
2,375 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
925 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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