BMW i5 vs Tesla Model S
Comparing the 2026 BMW i5 (from $65,900) with the 2025 Tesla Model S (from $94,990). The i5 offers 278 miles of range while the Model S offers 410 miles.
Quick Take
BMW i5 wins on price, while Tesla Model S is quickest off the line.
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
Price
$65,900 - $70,100
$94,990 - $109,990
Range
278-310 miles
368-410 miles
Horsepower
335-389 hp
670-1020 hp
0-60 mph
5.2-5.7 sec
1.99-3.1 sec
Battery Size
84.4 kWh
100 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
120 mph
149-200 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
12 hrs (0-100%)
Length
199.2"
196"
Width
74.8"
77.3"
Height
59.6"
56.9"
Cargo Capacity
17.3 cu ft
Unknown
BMW i5 vs Tesla Model S: Which Should You Buy?
The BMW i5 starts at $65,900, undercutting the Tesla Model S ($94,990) by about $29,000.
In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model S covers up to 410 miles, 100 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 Tesla Model S if you want the quickest acceleration.
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