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BMW i5 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Suzuki Vitara?

BMW i5 vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

BMW i5

  • considerably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Vitara is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,200 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Suzuki Vitara. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 201 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 417 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 Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers clearly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 513 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is clearly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 940 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 offers clearly more boot space – 490 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries visibly more – 545 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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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
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The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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4.5 (8 Reviews)
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yannick h
13 Jun 2026, 15:09:09

The Vitara is powerful, light and practical, with a 4-cylinder engine; flaws: plastic upper door trim and a less modern appearance.

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Bud
5 Jun 2026, 11:14:19

De Vitara voelt aan alle kanten royaler aan dan de TYC. Geeft duidelijk meer zicht rondom de auto. De TYC is zeker in de bebouwde kom superzuinig. Het rijden met de Vitara geeft het gevoel in een grotere auto te rijden dan de TYC.

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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Suzuki
Is the BMW i5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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