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BMW i5 vs SERES 5 comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or SERES 5?

BMW i5 vs SERES 5: Key differences

BMW i5

  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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SERES 5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally 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.

SERES 5 is marginally cheaper – starting at 55,700 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the SERES 5. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 197 km more than the SERES 5.

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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 offers only slightly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the SERES 5 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers a bit more torque with 940 Nm compared to 820 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 i5 is marginally lighter – 2,195 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 offers visibly more boot space – 490 L compared to 367 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries clearly more – 545 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 holds a decisive overall lead 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
SERES 5

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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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SERES 5

The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.

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BMW i5
SERES 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
55,700 £
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
18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
430 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
367 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
375 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
SERES
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