Comparison
BMW i5 vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model Y 295 mi vs 320 mi
Best value Tesla Model Y $67,100 vs $59,900
Faster charging BMW i5 33 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model Y 1.5 vs 8.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model Y
320 mi vs 295 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model Y
$187/mi vs $227/mi
Charging winner
Tie
33 min each
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 322 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i5 | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $67,100 | $59,900 |
| Range | 295 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 322 Wh/mi • 3.11 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 81.2 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 205 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 33 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 68.9 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 80 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 227 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 120 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 30 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 4,409 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model Y if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 295 mi).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model Y looks better ($187/mi vs $227/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (8.5 vs 1.5).
BMW i51.5 Tesla Model Y8.5 205 kW33 min 331 kW33 min
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