Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Long Range vs BMW i7 eDrive50
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) has a starting price of €51900, compared to the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…), which starts at €115700.
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) is a Liftback, whereas the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | BMW i7 eDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €51900 | €115700 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €88950 |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) has a larger battery, the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | BMW i7 eDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 517 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 710 km | 611 km |
| Range (GCC) | 604 km | 509 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 105.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96.5 kWh | 101.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16 kWh/100 km | 20 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.26 km/kWh | 5 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.5 | 7.5 |
Charging
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 369 kW, while the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) maxes out at 200 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | BMW i7 eDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 369 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.6 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) has more power, the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | BMW i7 eDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 335 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 449 hp |
| Motor Torque | 500 Nm | 650 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 s | 5.5 s |
| Top Speed | 220 km/h | 205 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 5.7 |
Dimensions
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...).
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | BMW i7 eDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 5391 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2192 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 3215 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...), but the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | BMW i7 eDrive50 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2210 kg | 2595 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5.7 |
