Video Summary
The video finds the following:- The BMW i5 is slightly cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz EQE.
- Both cars are single-motor, rear-wheel drive, and from Germany.
- Range: EQE 350+ has 669 km, i5 eDrive 40 has 582 km.
- DC charging speed: i5 can charge up to 205 kW, EQE only to 170 kW.
- In practice, the EQE charges faster, going from 10-80% in 32 minutes, while the i5 takes 34 minutes.
- AC charging rates are identical, taking about 9 hours.
- Both cars consume 15.9 kWh of energy per 100 km driven.
- The BMW i5 has a more traditional sedan design and wider stance, giving it a sportier look.
- The EQE has a drag coefficient of 0.22, the i5 has 0.23; more aerodynamic.
- The BMW has traditional BMW design touches.
- The front lights are super slick, looking to be inspired by the E60 5 series.
- The reviewer felt that some sacrifices were made for better aero for the EQE, as it has a cleaner design and that the grill is more normal on the BMW.
- BMW has LED lights around the grill. The tester has 21-inch wheels on his BMW.
- The EQE has frameless doors, a plus for the driver.
- The reviewer says you cannot easily open the bonnet on the Mercedez-Benz, no hood strut at all.
- The BMW does not have frunk, and reviewer says that there must be a better way to utilize the big space in the engine bay.
- While not as luxurious as the Mercedes-Benz, reviewers felt that in terms of comfort and feel, they are neck and neck.
- The BMW offers physical controls; otherwise, you'll need to control from the touch screen on the center console.
- Both cars have 4 zone climate control, and power driver's seat with lumbar support.
- In the rear seats, the reviewers note that you cannot stretch your feet out enough on the Bmw.
- BMW i5 boot storage is 490 liters, versus 430 for EQE.
Final Conclusion:
BMW i5 exhibits an outstanding body control for this type of automobile.
