Global EV Comparison: BMW i5 eDrive40 vs Porsche Taycan RWD Plus
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General Info
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €70200. The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €57900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €70200 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €57900 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 499 km | 389 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 627 km | 505 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 396 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 83.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 21.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.02 km/kWh | 4.73 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.3 | 5.7 |
Charging
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 268 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 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 268 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 350 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 469 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | 2144 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1966 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024), 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 Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2195 kg | 2205 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.8 | 5 |
