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BMW i5 Touring vs Lotus Eletre
Selected trimeDrive40 M SportChange trim370 mi · 83.9 kWh · £70,045
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW i5 Touring leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs, while the Lotus Eletre leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW i5 Touring if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Lotus Eletre if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW i5 Touring leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueBMW
BMW
6.1
Lotus
4.4
Motorway Range
BMW
6.7
Lotus
6.7
Too close to call
FamilyBMW
BMW
9.4
Lotus
5
ChargingLotus
BMW
3
Lotus
9.3
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
7.3
Lotus
1.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £70,045 (better) | £86,885 |
| Official range | 370 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 570 L | 611 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.1 sec | 4.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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BMW i5 Touring
Lotus Eletre
Length
BMW i5 Touring5,060mm-43mm
Lotus Eletre5,103mm
Width
BMW i5 Touring1,900mm-119mm
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Height
BMW i5 Touring1,515mm-115mm
Lotus Eletre1,630mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,060 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm (better) | 2,019 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,231 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.3 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare (better) | 381 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 570 L | 611 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1700 L (better) | 1532 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BMW i5 Touring
- At 5,060 mm, longer than 100% of estate EVs we track.
- 1st-largest boot among estate EVs in our catalogue at 570 L.
- 2,995 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of estate EVs we track.
Lotus Eletre
- At 5,103 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- 373 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 367 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW i5 Touring eDrive40 M Sport |  Lotus Eletre 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.06m | 5.10m+43mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 2.02m+119mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.23m |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.63m+115mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 3.02m+24mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 570L | 611L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1700L (better) | 1532L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.3m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,255kg (better) | 2,640kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 83.9kWh | 112kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 370 mi | 373 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 205kW | 367kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £70,045 (better) | £86,885 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2023+ |
* Lotus Eletre: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 370 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 308 miles | 311 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 205 kW | 367 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 81.2 kWh | 109 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.1 sec | 4.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 250 kW | 450 kW (better) |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 710 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BMW i5 Touring
eDrive40 M Sport
Lotus Eletre
600
8.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
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BMW i5 Touring
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW i5 Touring eDrive40 M Sport
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Lotus Eletre 600
Lotus Eletre 600
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
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| Measure | BMW i5 TouringeDrive40 M Sport | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BMW i5 Touring
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Lotus Eletre
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BMW i5 Touring
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Lotus Eletre
- £62,5992024Car360View
- £62,9992024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lotus Eletre worth the extra £16,840 over the BMW i5 Touring?
The Lotus Eletre costs £16,840 more than the BMW i5 Touring. For that premium it adds 162 kW faster peak rapid charging, 200 kW more power and a 1.6s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW i5 Touring comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW i5 Touring or the Lotus Eletre?
The BMW i5 Touring is £16,840 cheaper to buy. The BMW i5 Touring is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £208 for the Lotus Eletre, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BMW i5 Touring comes out roughly £17,120 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW i5 Touring and Lotus Eletre like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 308 miles for the BMW i5 Touring and 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW i5 Touring or the Lotus Eletre?
The BMW i5 Touring is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 119 mm narrower than the Lotus Eletre. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the BMW i5 Touring and about 381 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Eletre.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .