BMW i5 eDrive40 2024 vs Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX 2025

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thumb image BMW i5 eDrive40 2024 US$ 67,000
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thumb image Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX 2025 US$ 65,000

BASIC INFO

Brand BMW Volkswagen
Model i5 eDrive40 2024 ID.Buzz GTX 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric
Trims i5 eDrive40, i5 xDrive40, and M60 xDrive Pro, Pro S, and GTX
Release Date March 2024 December 2025
Status Available Coming Soon
Made In Germany Hanover, Germany
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Vehicle Warranty 4 years or 50,000 miles 4 years/50,000 miles
Colors Alpine White (standard), Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, and Phytonic Blue Metallic Standard Colors: Candy White, Makena Turquoise Metallic, Lime Yellow Metallic, Starlight Blue Metallic _ Premium Colors (GTX/Pro S): Deep Black Pearl, Moonstone Gray Metallic

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Rear Motor (RWD) Dual Electric Motor
Horsepower 335 hp 335 hp
Torque 317 lb-ft 400 lb-ft
Acceleration 0-60 in around 5.5 seconds 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds
Top Speed 130 mph 112 mph (180 km/h)
Range 290-300 miles 230 miles
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) All Wheel Drive (AWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (NMC)
Battery Capacity 84 kWh 91 kWh (gross) / 82 kWh (usable)
Power Consumption 300-350 Wh/miles 2.5 - 2.9 mi/kWh (345 Wh/mi)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11 kW 7.5 - 8 hours (0-100%)
Supercharging Speed Up to 200 kW 10-80% in 30 min
DC Fast Charging Speed 205 kW 170 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30-35 miles (with Level 2 charger) 25-30 miles/hour
Charging Time 8 hours 7.5-8 hours
Charging Connector Type CCS (Combined Charging System) U.S.: J1772 (standard for Level 2) and CCS1 (Combined Charging System)
Home Charging Options Level 1 Charger (120V) Level 2 Charger (240V) Level 1 (120V, 12A, 1.4 kW), Level 2 (240V, 48A, 11 kW), and (Public Only, 50-350 kW)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 199.2 inches (5060 mm) 192.4 in (4,888 mm)
Width 74.8 inches (1900 mm) 78.1 in (1,985 mm)
Height 59.6 inches (1515 mm) 76.6 in (1,946 mm)
Wheelbase 117.9 inches (2995 mm) 117.6 in (2,988 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.5 inches 6.3 in (160 mm)
Cargo Space 17 cubic feet (490 liters) (Max, 2nd Row Folded) 74.1 cu ft
Curb Weight 4,800 lbs 5,100 lbs (2,315 kg)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5 Doors (standard)
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5 Seater (4 side + liftgate)

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Wheels Sport Alloy Wheel
Wheel Size 19-inch standard 20" (standard), 21" (optional)
Front Tire 245/45 R19 255/45 R20
Rear Tire 275/40 R19 255/45 R20

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power steering Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-Speed Automatic
Turning Radius 20.3 feet 42 ft
Gear Box Direct drive Fixed-Ratio Reduction Gear
Front Suspension Double Wishbone MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-Link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (but includes Driving Assistance Professional Package with similar features) Travel Assist (Lane Keep + Adaptive Cruise)
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input No USB-C only (no 3.5mm jack)
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Optional
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless
Android Auto Yes Wireless
Touchscreen 12.3 to 14.9-inch Curved Touchscreen 12.9 inches
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes 5.2 (Dual-phone pairing)
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 10 (standard), 16 (optional Harman Kardon Premium Audio) 10-Speaker

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking with anti-lock braking system (ABS) Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Solid discs
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags 7 Airbags (Dual front, side, curtain + driver knee)
Rear Seat Belt 3-Point Belts Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes 12 sensors (360° coverage)
Multiple Cameras Yes (360-degree camera system) Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Off-road Mode (Camera-based)
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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