BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan
Comparing the 2026 BMW i5 (from $65,900) with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan (from $104,400). The i5 offers 278 miles of range while the EQS Sedan offers 345 miles.
Quick Take
BMW i5 wins on price, while Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan packs the most punch.
BMW i5
2026 • Sedan
Best Value
- Starts at $65,900
- About $213 per mile of range
- Up to 310 mi EPA-rated range
- Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan
2025 • Sedan
Most Powerful
- Up to 649 hp
- Up to 700 lb-ft of torque
- 0-60 mph as quick as 3.4s
Price
$65,900 - $70,100
$104,400 - $147,550
Range
278-310 miles
315-390 miles
Horsepower
335-389 hp
355-649 hp
0-60 mph
5.2-5.7 sec
3.4-5.9 sec
Battery Size
84.4 kWh
118 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
120 mph
Unknown
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Length
199.2"
196.7"
Width
74.8"
75.8"
Height
59.6"
58.9"
Cargo Capacity
17.3 cu ft
Unknown
BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan: Which Should You Buy?
The BMW i5 starts at $65,900, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan ($104,400) by about $38,500.
In its longest-range configuration the Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan covers up to 390 miles, 80 more than the BMW i5's maximum of 310.
Bottom line: pick the BMW i5 if you want the most for your money, or the Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan if you want the most power.
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