Comparison
BMW i5 vs Tesla Model X
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model X 295 mi vs 329 mi
Best value BMW i5 $67,100 vs $84,990
Faster charging Tesla Model X 33 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model X 2.7 vs 7.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model X
329 mi vs 295 mi
Value winner
BMW i5
$227/mi vs $258/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model X
31 min vs 33 min
Efficiency winner
BMW i5
322 Wh/mi vs 342 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model X
109.8 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i5 | Tesla Model X |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | Model X |
| MSRP (USD) | $67,100 | $84,990 |
| Range | 295 mi | 329 mi |
| Efficiency | 322 Wh/mi • 3.11 mi/kWh | 342 Wh/mi • 2.92 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 81.2 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 205 kW | 493 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 33 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 68.9 | 78.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 80 mi | 95 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 227 $/mi | 258 $/mi |
| Top speed | 120 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 4,409 lb | 4,960 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model X if you want the longer rated range (329 mi vs 295 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model X if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 33 min).
- For “range per dollar”, BMW i5 looks better ($227/mi vs $258/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model X has the stronger weighted profile (7.3 vs 2.7).
BMW i52.7 Tesla Model X7.3 205 kW33 min 493 kW31 min
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