Comparing the BMW i5 and the Range Rover Velar Autobiography 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 Range Rover Velar Autobiography is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the BMW i5 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Range Rover Velar Autobiography's 2997 cc, producing 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) and 395 bhp 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) | 12V Mild Hybrid Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 2997 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD (eDrive40) / xDrive AWD (M60) | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Petrol (MHEV) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 65 litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol Mild Hybrid |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-speed Automatic |
| Mileage | — | 10-12 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 6 |
| Power | 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) | 395 bhp |
| Starter | Electric | Push Start |
| Torque | 430 Nm (eDrive40) / 820 Nm (M60) | 550 Nm |
| 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 | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 673 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2265 kg | 2,030 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1515 mm | 4,803 mm x 1,937 mm x 1,665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2,874 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Active Steering) | Power Adjustable with Memory |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Four-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Navigation |
| 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 | Premium Windsor Leather |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker / Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Meridian Signature Sound System |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Multiple USB Ports |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front and Rear Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | LED Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Performance Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | Multiple |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| 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 | Santorini Black, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, Portofino Blue, Lantau Bronze, Hakuba Silver, Belgravia Green, Deep Satin Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
