BMW 5 Series vs Toyota Corolla

Overview

Specification BMW 5 Series Toyota Corolla
Brand BMW Toyota
Model 5 Series Corolla
Year 2026 2026
Type
Body Style Mid-Size Executive Luxury Sedan Compact Sedan

Pricing

Specification BMW 5 Series Toyota Corolla
Current Price $66,500 $28,799 – $29,500
MSRP $66,500 $29,500
Dealer Price $64,900 $28,299

Engine & Performance

Specification BMW 5 Series Toyota Corolla
Engine 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Plug-in Hybrid 2.0L Dynamic Force Inline-4
Horsepower 299 hp 169 hp
Torque 332 lb-ft 151 lb-ft
0–60 mph 5.6 sec (0-60 mph) Approx. 8.1 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 143 mph Approx. 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification BMW 5 Series Toyota Corolla
Fuel Type Plug-in Hybrid (Gasoline / Electric) Gasoline
Mileage / MPG Est. 68 MPGe / 30 MPG Combined (Gas) 35 MPG combined
Range (EV) 35 - 40 miles EPA Est. N/A
Emissions Low Emissions Vehicle (PHEV) Meets applicable U.S. federal and state standards
Battery 19.4 kWh Lithium-ion N/A
Charging 7.4 kW AC Charging (3 hours full charge) N/A

Ratings

Specification BMW 5 Series Toyota Corolla
Expert Rating 4.7/10 4.6/10
Community Reviews 92 1680
Performance Score 8.7 8.0
Comfort Score 9.5 8.6
Safety Score Highway Assistant with Active Lane Change by Eye Activation 9.3
Fuel Economy Score 9.2 9.2
Technology Score 9.8 8.5
Value Score 8.8 9.1

Verdict

Specification BMW 5 Series Toyota Corolla
Pros Smooth integration of 2.0L turbo engine and electric motor delivering 299 hp; Usable electric-only driving range covers... Excellent reliability reputation; Strong fuel economy; Comprehensive standard safety features; Affordable ownership and...
Cons PHEV battery marginally reduces rear trunk cargo space compared to standard 530i; Touch-focused HVAC controls require sc... Rear-seat space is moderate for tall adults; Performance is adequate but not sporty; Some premium tech requires higher t...