BMW i5 eDrive40 vs Mercedes EQS 450+
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €70200. The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2021-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany, India |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €70200 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2021-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2023-…).
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 475 km | 563 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 582 km | 780 km |
| Range (GCC) | 464 km | 587 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 108.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km | 18.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.71 km/kWh | 5.42 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8 | 8.8 |
Charging
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 207 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 7.1 |
Performance
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 245 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 329 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 568 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 6.2 s |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 5216 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | 2125 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1512 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2205 kg | 2515 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 620 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1700 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.8 | 6.4 |
