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BYD Han vs BMW i5 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or BMW i5?

BYD Han vs BMW i5: Key differences

BYD Han

  • barely cheaper
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BMW i5

  • moderately more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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 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.

BYD Han is barely cheaper – starting at 59,200 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,611 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Han. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 106 km more than the BYD Han.

i5

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 BMW i5 offers moderately more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Han takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers moderately more torque with 820 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

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, BMW i5 is marginally lighter – 2,195 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 offers somewhat more boot space – 490 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries markedly more – 545 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
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The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
540 - 627 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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
525 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
BMW
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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