BMW i5 eDrive40 2025 vs Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX 2025

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thumb image BMW i5 eDrive40 2025 US$ 68,000
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thumb image Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX 2025 US$ 65,000

BASIC INFO

Brand BMW Volkswagen
Model i5 eDrive40 2025 ID.Buzz GTX 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric
Trims i5 eDrive40, i5 xDrive40, and BMW M60 i5 Touring Pro, Pro S, and GTX
Release Date July 2025 December 2025
Status Available Coming Soon
Made In Germany Hanover, Germany
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Vehicle Warranty 4 Year / 50,000 miles 4 years/50,000 miles
Colors Alpine White, Black Sapphire, etc. (+ custom) 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 permanent-magnet motor Dual Electric Motor
Horsepower 335 hp 335 hp
Torque 317 lb-ft 400 lb-ft
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds
Top Speed 120 mph 112 mph (180 km/h)
Range 295 miles 230 miles
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) All Wheel Drive (AWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC) Lithium-ion (NMC)
Battery Capacity 84.3 kWh / 81.2 kWh 91 kWh (gross) / 82 kWh (usable)
Power Consumption 3.3 mi/kWh 2.5 - 2.9 mi/kWh (345 Wh/mi)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed (AC 240V, 11 kW) 8.5 hrs (0–100%) 7.5 - 8 hours (0-100%)
Supercharging Speed 205 kW (10–80% in 30 mins) 10-80% in 30 min
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 205 kW 170 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30–35 miles/hour 25-30 miles/hour
Charging Time 10-80%: 31 minutes (DC fast charger) and Full Charge: 8 hours (Level 2 charger) 7.5-8 hours
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (North America) / Type 2 (EU) U.S.: J1772 (standard for Level 2) and CCS1 (Combined Charging System)
Home Charging Options Included Charger and Wallbox Support of 11 kW Level 2 (optional in some markets) Level 1 (120V, 12A, 1.4 kW), Level 2 (240V, 48A, 11 kW), and (Public Only, 50-350 kW)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW AC (48A) 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 199.2 in (5,060 mm) 192.4 in (4,888 mm)
Width 74.8 in (1,900 mm) 78.1 in (1,985 mm)
Height 59.6 in (1,514 mm) 76.6 in (1,946 mm)
Wheelbase 117.9 in (2,995 mm) 117.6 in (2,988 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in (130 mm) 6.3 in (160 mm)
Cargo Space 17.1 cu ft (trunk) (Max, 2nd Row Folded) 74.1 cu ft
Curb Weight 4,650 lbs (2,110 kg) 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 20" (standard), 21" (optional)
Front Tire 245/45 R19 255/45 R20
Rear Tire 245/45 R19 255/45 R20

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Automatic Single-Speed Automatic
Turning Radius 40.4 ft (12.3 m) 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 Driving Assistant Professional (Standard: Lane-keeping, traffic-aware cruise) 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 Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Optional Optional
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless
Android Auto Yes Wireless
Touchscreen 14.9" Curved Display 12.9 inches
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth 5.2 (Dual-phone pairing, audio streaming) 5.2 (Dual-phone pairing)
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 12-Speaker 10-Speaker

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Brakes Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Brakes 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 10 Airbags (Front, knee, side, curtain) 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 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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