BMW i5 vs. BMW i7

With more and more electric vehicles available, you can find an all-electric match that’ll fit into your lavish lifestyle. BMW has a few models, including the 2024 BMW i5 and BMW i7. These are electric, statement-making sedans that will make you feel special on the roads of Shawnee, but which one should you choose? In the following BMW i5 vs. BMW i7 guide, the team at Baron BMW goes over the differences in selection and performance, so you’ll see the highlights for each model.

2024 BMW i5 vs. i7 – Performance

Both models are all-electric, but how do they perform on the road? While both are outstanding, they offer different levels of power. Take a look at the base BMW i7 vs. i5 performance specs here:

2024 BMW i5 eDrive40

• Single all-electric motor engine
• 335 hp
• 295 lb-ft of torque
• Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds
• Top speed of 120 mph
• Total range varies between 270 and 295 miles

2024 BMW i7 eDrive50

• High-performance electric motor engine
• 449 hp
• 549 lb-ft of torque
• Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds
• Top speed of 130 mph
• Total range varies between 301 and 321 miles

As you can see, the 2024 i7 eDrive50 pulls ahead in multiple aspects, whether that’s churning out more horsepower, accelerating faster, or offering more range. That’s not to say the i5 isn’t worthy of your consideration– the i5 sets a high bar and delivers high-end performance, while the i7 goes a step further. You might find the i5 to deliver the performance you crave in your Leawood drives, but if you want more, then the i7 is the ideal upgrade!

2024 BMW i5 vs. i7 – Pricing & Selection

Because of the staggering difference in performance, you can also expect a significant difference when it comes to new BMW i5 vs. BMW i7 prices. The i5 starts at a lower MSRP than the i7, but the i7 delivers better specs than the i5. Similarly, the i7 has one more model than the i5, so Grandview, MO shoppers like yourself can upgrade and enjoy even better specs and features. Here are the BMW i7 vs. i5 trims and prices:

2024 BMW i5 Trims & Price

• 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40: $66,800 MSRP
• 2024 BMW i5 M60: $84,100 MSRP

2024 BMW i7 Trims & Price

• 2024 BMW i7 eDrive50: $105,700 MSRP
• 2024 BMW i7 xDrive60: $124,200 MSRP
• 2024 BMW i7 M70: $168,500 MSRP

Experience the BMW i7 vs. i5 at Baron BMW!

Now that you’ve read our new BMW i5 vs. i7 guide, are you thinking of taking the i7 or i5 home? You can find both sedans in our Merriam showroom, so be sure to visit us and take in what these models have to offer! If you’re also considering other models from the i Series, then compare the i5 to i4, or the i7 to i4 next!