Global EV Comparison: BMW iX2 eDrive20 vs Skywell ET5 86 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) has a starting price of €49900, compared to the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...), which starts at €56900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX2 eDrive20 | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €49900 | €56900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €47590 | €26900 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…).
| Property | BMW iX2 eDrive20 | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 478 km | 489 km |
| Range (GCC) | 401 km | 416 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66.5 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 81 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km | 19.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.2 km/kWh | 5.14 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 6.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX2 eDrive20 | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 128 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BMW iX2 eDrive20 | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 247 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 s | 9.6 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3 |
Dimensions
The Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX2 eDrive20 | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4554 mm | 4698 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2104 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1845 mm | 1908 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2800 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW iX2 eDrive20 | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1960 kg | 1955 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 525 l | 467 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1400 l | 1141 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 6.7 |
