Compare performance (601 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or SsangYong Korando?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
SsangYong Korando is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,780 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Korando. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 288 km more than the SsangYong Korando.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW i5 offers substantially more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 411 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers substantially more torque with 820 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is considerably lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 678 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers a bit more boot space – 551 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
540 - 627 km
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
525 - 545 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 601 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
SsangYong
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