Global EV Comparison: BMW i5 xDrive40 vs i5 M60 xDrive
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) for as low as €66990, while the BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2023-2025) begins at €71450.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i5 M60 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-2025 | 2023-2025 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €66990 | €71450 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i5 M60 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 428 km | 412 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 538 km | 516 km |
| Range (GCC) | 427 km | 413 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 84.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 81.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19 kWh/100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.26 km/kWh | 5.09 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 206 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i5 M60 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 206 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2023-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i5 M60 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 290 kW | 442 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 389 hp | 593 hp |
| Motor Torque | 590 Nm | 820 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 6.9 |
Dimensions
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2024-2025) and BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2023-2025) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i5 M60 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | 2156 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2995 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 2000 kg).
| Property | BMW i5 xDrive40 | BMW i5 M60 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2355 kg | 2380 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 490 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l | 785 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 5.9 |
