Global EV Comparison: BMW i5 xDrive40 vs Volkswagen ID.7 GTX
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) has a starting price of €75600, compared to the Volkswagen ID.7 GTX (2024-…), which starts at €63265.
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Volkswagen ID.7 GTX (2024-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | Volkswagen ID.7 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €75600 | €63265 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €56890 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.7 GTX (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…).
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | Volkswagen ID.7 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 447 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 580 km | 595 km |
| Range (GCC) | 452 km | 506 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.57 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 8.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 206 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.7 GTX (2024-…) 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 | BMW i5 xDrive40 | Volkswagen ID.7 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | Volkswagen ID.7 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 290 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 389 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 590 Nm | 560 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 5.5 s |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 5.1 |
Dimensions
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Volkswagen ID.7 GTX (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | Volkswagen ID.7 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 4961 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | 2141 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2971 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.7 GTX (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 i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.7 GTX (2024-…).
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | Volkswagen ID.7 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2345 kg | 2328 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 532 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l | 1586 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 6 |
