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Kia EV5 vs BMW iX2 comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 43,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV5 or BMW iX2?

Kia EV5 vs BMW iX2: Key differences

Kia EV5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • barely more electric range
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BMW iX2

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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

EV5

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia EV5 is a bit cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the BMW iX2 costs 43,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX2 is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV5. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV5 offers barely more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 18 km more than the BMW iX2.

iX2

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX2 offers marginally more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX2 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Kia EV5 takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX2 delivers marginally more torque with 494 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 14 Nm more.

EV5

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 iX2 is very slightly lighter – 1,960 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 109 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV5 carries very slightly more – 511 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX2 shows a few small advantages 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 £43,700
iX2

BMW iX2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 313 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.4 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 476 - 512 km
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Reviews Kia EV5

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Ab
12 May 2026, 09:56:54

ruimer en hoger dan EV6

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Noel Fernandez G
31 May 2026, 19:14:19

I think the car looks great and is cheaper than Mercedes Benz.

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Dom41
19 Nov 2025, 21:04:39

Excellent electric vehicle — even in the 204 hp version, its efficiency is remarkable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 - 51,400 £
Price
43,700 - 55,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
476 - 530 km
Electric Range
476 - 512 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,205 kg
Curb weight
1,960 - 2,095 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
525 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
465 - 511 kg
Payload
500 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
295 - 480 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV5 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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