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BMW 5 Series vs Tesla Model Y

BMW 5 Series $66,500
Tesla Model Y $47,990 – $48,990

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Comparing BMW 5 Series vs Tesla Model Y. Tesla Model Y offers the strongest value on price. BMW 5 Series leads on expert rating.

Category Winners

Overall Winner BMW 5 Series
Best Value Tesla Model Y
Top Rated BMW 5 Series
Fuel Economy Tesla Model Y
Performance Tesla Model Y

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Model Year

Expert Rating

BMW 5 Series

BMW 5 Series

$66,500
Rating: 4.7/10
Tesla Model Y

Tesla Model Y

$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
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Specification BMW
5 Series
Tesla
Model Y
Brand BMW Tesla
Model 5 Series Model Y
Year 2026 2026
Type Ev
Body Style Mid-Size Executive Luxury Sedan Compact Crossover SUV
Current Price $66,500 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $66,500 $48,990
Dealer Price $64,900 $47,990
Engine 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Plug-in Hybrid Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower 299 hp 384 hp (est.)
Torque 332 lb-ft Instant electric torque
0–60 mph 5.6 sec (0-60 mph) 4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 143 mph 135 mph
Fuel Type Plug-in Hybrid (Gasoline / Electric) Electric
Mileage / MPG Est. 68 MPGe / 30 MPG Combined (Gas) 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV) 35 - 40 miles EPA Est. 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions Low Emissions Vehicle (PHEV) 0 g/mi
Battery 19.4 kWh Lithium-ion Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging 7.4 kW AC Charging (3 hours full charge) 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)
Expert Rating 4.7/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 92 2240
Performance Score 8.7 9.0
Comfort Score 9.5 8.7
Safety Score Highway Assistant with Active Lane Change by Eye Activation 9.1
Fuel Economy Score 9.2 9.5
Technology Score 9.8 9.5
Value Score 8.8 9.0
Pros Smooth integration of 2.0L turbo engine and electric motor delivering 299 hp; Usable electric-only driving range covers... Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons PHEV battery marginally reduces rear trunk cargo space compared to standard 530i; Touch-focused HVAC controls require sc... Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...