Comparing the BMW i5 and the MG Gloster side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW i5 is available at ₹8,999,000, while the MG Gloster is priced at ₹4,129,000. On the engine front, the BMW i5 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the MG Gloster's 1996 cc, producing 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) and 215 bhp @ 4000 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 84.3 kWh NMC (6th gen) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1996 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD (eDrive40) / xDrive AWD (M60) | 4WD (4x4) with 2H/4H/4L |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 2.0L Twin-Turbo Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 87 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | — | 13.77 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) | 215 bhp @ 4000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 430 Nm (eDrive40) / 820 Nm (M60) | 480 Nm @ 1500-2800 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 84.3 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~30 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8.5 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (205 kW) | — |
| Range | 582 km - WLTP (eDrive40) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 518 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 3150 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 224 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2265 kg | 2350 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1515 mm | 4985 mm / 1926 mm / 1867 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2950 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Touchscreen + 10.1-inch Co-Pilot Screen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Merino Leather | Nappa Leather (top) / Leather |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker / Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | 12-Speaker System |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) | 265/55 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC + HAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackPhytonic BlueSkyscraper GreyFire Red metallicCape York Green metallic | Deep GoldenWarm WhiteSnow Storm WhiteMetal AshMetal BlackDesert Storm Deep Golden |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 3.9 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
