Global EV Comparison: BMW iX xDrive50 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) for as low as €64840, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 (2021) begins at €33450.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive50 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2025 | 2021-2021 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €64840 | €33450 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 (2021).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive50 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 494 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 630 km | 430 km |
| Range (GCC) | 500 km | 366 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 111.5 kWh | 72.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.8 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.8 kWh/100 km | 19.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.6 km/kWh | 5.23 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 6 |
Charging
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 (2021) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 (2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 221 kW, while the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) maxes out at 195 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive50 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 195 kW | 221 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 7.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive50 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 385 kW | 225 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 516 hp | 302 hp |
| Motor Torque | 765 Nm | 605 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 s | 5.2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.2 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) is longer, wider, and taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive50 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4953 mm | 4635 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2152 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1890 mm |
| Height | 1696 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 (2021) features a larger trunk, but the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 (2021), but the BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) doesn’t have one.
The BMW iX xDrive50 (2021-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 (2021).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive50 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2585 kg | 2095 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 531 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l | 1591 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 24 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 7 |
