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BMW i5 vs Tesla Model S - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 1020 HP), boot space and price (60200 £ vs 94300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Tesla Model S?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

BMW i5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 60200 £, while the Tesla Model S costs 94300 £. That’s a price difference of around 34106 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i5: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Tesla Model S with 16.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.

As for range, the Tesla Model S performs somewhat better – achieving up to 744 km, about 117 km more than the BMW i5.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Tesla Model S has a convincingly edge – offering 1020 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 419 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.10 s, while the BMW i5 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model S performs evident better – reaching 322 km/h, while the BMW i5 tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 92 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Tesla Model S is slight lighter – 2092 kg compared to 2195 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model S offers noticeable more room – 799 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 309 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW i5 to a small extent takes the win – 545 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Tesla Model S shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km
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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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The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
60200 - 85300 £
Price
94300 - 102800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2195 - 2370 kg
Curb weight
2092 - 2197 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
5021 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1987 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1828 L
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
432 - 442 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
670 - 1020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Tesla

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What drive types are available for the BMW i5?

The BMW i5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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