BMW M5 vs BMW i7

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW M5 and BMW i7. The BMW M5 price is Rs. 2.08 Crore and BMW i7 price is Rs. 2.05 Crore. The BMW M5 is available in 4395 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol).

M5 Competition vs i7 eDrive50 M Sport Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	M5	i7
Price	Rs. 2.08 Crore	Rs. 2.05 Crore
Engine Capacity	4395 cc	-
Power	717 bhp	449 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Type	Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)	Electric

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BMW M5

Competition

Rs. 2.08 Crore

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BMW i7

eDrive50 M Sport

Rs. 2.05 Crore

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Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	4395 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	Not Applicable
Engine Type	Twin-Turbocharged V8
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Twin Turbo
Battery	Lithium Ion, 18.6 V	Lithium Ion, 101.7 kWh, Placed Under Floor Pan
Electric Motor	Not Applicable	Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle)
Fuel Type	Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)	Electric
Ethanol Compatibility	E20
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	717 bhp @ 5600 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	1000 Nm @ 1800 rpm	650 Nm
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	Not Applicable
Acceleration	0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds (claimed)	0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds (claimed)
Top Speed (kmph)		250
Mileage	User Reported: 14 kmpl
Idle Start/Stop
Driving Range (km)	69	603
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic, Sport Mode
Pure Electric Driving Mode

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Double Wishbone Axle with Adaptive Variable Damper Control
Rear Suspension	Five-link Axle with Adaptive Variable Damper Control
Advanced Suspension Features		Ride Height Adjustment
Additional Steering Features
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering
Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Space Saver	Space Saver
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6.3
Front Tyres	285 / 40 R20	255 / 40 R21
Rear Tyres	295 / 35 R21	285 / 35 R21
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Puncture Repair Kit

Electric Motor & Battery

Features

Exterior

Safety

Forward Collision Warning	Warning only	Warning only
ADAS	Level 2	Level 1
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	Not Tested
Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Centre)	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Centre)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Lane Functions		Lane Departure Prevention
Lane Departure Warning
Rear Collision Assist		Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Blind Spot Detection
High-beam Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with Fan speed control with Vents Behind Front Armrest)	Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Dual Zones with Fan speed control with Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars)
Air Purifier	Optional
Heater
Cruise Control
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera	360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Electric Tilt & Telescopic
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver (with light)	Driver & Co-Driver (with light)
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Charging Ports	2 x 12V Power Outlets	1 x 12V Power Outlet
Umbrella Storage in Door
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
Electronic Parking Brake		Auto Hold
Cabin Boot Access
Dashcam

Lighting

Headlights	LED	LED
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent	Intelligent
Headlight Height Adjuster
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED - Front & LED - Rear	LED - Front & LED - Rear
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Interior Lamps	Front and Rear Glovebox Lamp, Reading Lamp,	Centre Glovebox Lamp, Reading Lamp,
Ambient Interior Lighting		Multi-colour (15)
Puddle Lamps

Braking & Traction

Brakes	Ventilated Disc (Front & Rear)	Disc (Front & Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Hold Control
Hill Descent Control
Differential	Limited slip	Limited slip
Limited Slip Differential
Differential Lock
Four-Wheel-Drive	Torque-On-Demand	Full-time

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Anti-glare ORVMs	Both Sides	Both Sides
Exterior Door	Body Coloured Door Handles	Soft-Close Doors, Painted Door Handles Finish
Interior Door Handles Finish	Chrome	Painted
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down	Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Scuff Plates	Illuminated	Metallic
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs	Body-Coloured finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Rain-sensing Wipers
Rear Wiper
Boot Opener	Internal with Remote	Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Defogger

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Infotainment Screen	Touch-screen Display	14.9" Digital Display
Audio System	18 Speakers	18 Speakers
AM/FM Radio
Steering-Mounted Controls
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming	Audio Streaming
Smart Connectivity	Android Auto & Apple CarPlay	Android Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
WiFi Hotspot
Voice Command
Gesture Control
Input Methods	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility	Bluetooth Compatibility (Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility
GPS Navigation System
Wireless Charger

Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: forward / back)	22 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, seat base angle: up / down, headrest: forward / back, shoulder support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out, seat base bolsters: in / out, shoulder support bolsters: in / out)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, headrest: forward / back)	22 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, seat base angle: up / down, headrest: forward / back, shoulder support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out, seat base bolsters: in / out, shoulder support bolsters: in / out)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	20 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, headrest: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out, seat base bolsters: in / out)
Ventilated Seats	Front Seats (Heated)	All Seats (Cooled)
Massage Seats
Interior	Dual Tone (Silverstone \| Black , Aragon Brown \| Black , Black \| Black)	Dual Tone (Merino Amarone/Merino Smoke White/Merino Mocha/Merino Black/Merino Tartufo)
Wrappings	Wrapped Steering Wheel	Wrapped Steering Wheel
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets
Driver Armrest
Rear Armrest		Cup Holder
Split Rear Seat
Folding Rear Seat
Split Third Row Seat
Active headrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Individual
Third Row Seat Type

Mobile App Features

Emergency Call Button
Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Engine Start/Stop
Remote Parking with Key
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Geo-fence
Alexa Compatibility

Instrumentation

Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Distance to Empty
Instrument Cluster Screen	Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Door Ajar Warning
Average Speed
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator
Gear Shift Indicator	Dynamic	Not Applicable
Clock	Digital	Digital

Storage

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	M Carbon Black metallic	Black Sapphire Metallic
	Black Sapphire metallic	Individual Dravit Grey Metallic
	Sophisto Grey brilliant effect metallic	Individual Tanzanite Blue Metallic
	M Marina Bay Blue metallic	Oxide Grey Metallic
	M Isle of Man Green metallic
	M Brooklyn Grey metallic
	Fire Red metallic

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

173 Ratings

5.0/5

6 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.9Exterior	5.0Exterior
	4.8Comfort	5.0Comfort
	5.0Performance	5.0Performance
	4.3Fuel Economy	4.8Value for Money
	4.7Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

BMW M5: Luxury Meets Beast Mode in Perfect Harmony

The BMW M5 is an exhilarating mix of luxury and performance. Buying experience: While I didn’t purchase it, my relative found the process smooth, with top-notch customer service and attention to detail. Driving experience: Driving it was a thrill—its 4.4L V8 engine packs 617 hp, offering mind-blowing acceleration and razor-sharp handling. The adaptive suspension balances sportiness with comfort. Looks and performance: It’s a head-turner with its bold design, sharp lines, and iconic kidney grille. The interior feels premium, boasting advanced tech, comfortable seats, and a driver-focused layout. Servicing and maintenance: My relative mentions that BMW's service is reliable but pricey, and maintenance costs are on the higher side. Pros: Outstanding performance, luxurious interior, cutting-edge features. Cons: High upkeep costs, not the most fuel-efficient. A perfect choice for those seeking luxury with adrenaline.

The Ultimate Electric Luxury Experience

Look, the i7 eDrive50 M Sport is basically a private jet for the road. Most "entry-level" luxury cars feel like you're missing out, but this one still gives you that massive 31-inch theatre screen in the back, which is a total showstopper. It’s incredibly quiet—honestly, it’s so silent it’s almost at first—but the comfort is next level. You’re getting over 550km of real-world range, so range anxiety isn't really a thing here. If you’re usually sitting in the back while a driver handles the traffic, this is easily the coolest way to spend 2 Crore. It’s pure luxury without the loud engine noise.