Global EV Comparison: BMW i5 eDrive40 vs MG IM5 Long Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) has a starting price of €70200, compared to the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...), which starts at €51900.
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) is a Sedan, whereas the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) is a Liftback.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | MG IM5 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €70200 | €51900 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 7.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…).
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | MG IM5 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 499 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 627 km | 710 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 604 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 96.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.02 km/kWh | 6.26 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.3 | 9.5 |
Charging
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) 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 i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) maxes out at 206 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | MG IM5 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 369 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 8.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | MG IM5 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 4.9 s |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | 220 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) is longer and taller, but the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) is wider.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | MG IM5 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 4931 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2950 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) 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 i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | MG IM5 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2195 kg | 2210 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 457 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l | 1290 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.8 | 5.2 |
