Comparison
BMW i5 vs Tesla Model S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 295 mi vs 410 mi
Best value BMW i5 $67,100 vs $86,630
Faster charging Tesla Model S 33 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 2.1 vs 7.9
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 295 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model S
$211/mi vs $227/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 33 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 322 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i5 | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | $67,100 | $86,630 |
| Range | 295 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 322 Wh/mi • 3.11 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 81.2 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| DC max | 205 kW | 250 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 33 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 68.9 | 88.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 80 mi | 120 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 227 $/mi | 211 $/mi |
| Top speed | 120 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 4,409 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 295 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 33 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model S looks better ($211/mi vs $227/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (7.9 vs 2.1).
BMW i52.1 Tesla Model S7.9 205 kW33 min 250 kW31 min
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