Comparing the BMW i5 and the Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan is priced at ₹4,899,000. On the engine front, the BMW i5 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Volkswagen Tiguan's 1984 cc, producing 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) and 190 bhp @ 4500-5000 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) | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD (eDrive40) / xDrive AWD (M60) | 4Motion All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 60 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | — | 15.05 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) | 190 bhp @ 4500-5000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 430 Nm (eDrive40) / 820 Nm (M60) | 320 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (DSG) |
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 | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2270 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 198 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2265 kg | 1745 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1515 mm | 4521 mm / 1839 mm / 1674 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2681 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 | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes - Adaptive ACC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.9-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start |
| 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 | Leather (top) / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker / Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Harman Kardon 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| 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 |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Auto 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) | 235/50 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - ESC + 4MOTION |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - Area View 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| 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 | Pure WhiteDeep BlackReflex SilverNightshade BlueDolphin GreyKings Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
