BMW i5 M60 xDrive 2024 vs Chevrolet Corvette EV

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thumb image BMW i5 M60 xDrive 2024 US$ 85,000
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thumb image Chevrolet Corvette EV US$ 80,000

BASIC INFO

Brand BMW Chevrolet
Model i5 M60 xDrive 2024 Corvette EV (expected name: Corvette SUV EV / Corvette E-Ray EV variant)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric Sports Car / GT
Trims i5 eDrive40, i5 xDrive40, and M60 xDrive Not officially confirmed (expected multiple trims with performance variants)
Release Date April 2024 2025 (expected)
Status Available Upcoming (prototype/testing stage)
Made In Germany USA
Body Type Sedan 2-Door Coupe / Convertible (expected)
Vehicle Warranty 4 years / 50,000 miles Not yet announced (likely 3 years / 36,000 miles basic, 8 years / 100,000 miles battery)
Colors Alpine White (standard), Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, and Phytonic Blue Metallic Expected multiple (Torch Red, Arctic White, Black, Rapid Blue, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Motor (AWD) Dual or Quad Electric Motors (AWD expected)
Horsepower 590 hp Estimated 600 – 1000+ hp (depending on trim)
Torque 605 lb-ft Likely over 800 lb-ft
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds 2.0 – 3.0 seconds (targeting Tesla Roadster level)
Top Speed 155 mph 180 – 200 mph (expected)
Range 270-280 miles 300 – 350 miles (EPA estimated)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) AWD (All-Wheel Drive)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-Ion Lithium-Ion (Ultium Platform)
Battery Capacity 84 kWh 100 kWh (expected)
Power Consumption 300-350 Wh/miles 30 kWh / 100 miles (estimated)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles (likely)
Home Charging Speed 11 kW (with Level 2 charger) 11 kW AC
Supercharging Speed Up to 350 kW DC fast charging
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 200 kW 10% – 80% in ~25 minutes
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30-35 miles (with Level 2 charger) 35 miles (AC), up to 200 miles in 20 minutes (DC)
Charging Time 8 hours 8–10 hours on Level 2, under 30 minutes on DC Fast Charger
Charging Connector Type CCS (Combined Charging System) CCS Combo
Home Charging Options Level 1 Charger (120V) Level 2 Charger (240V) Level 1 (120V) & Level 2 (240V)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 199.2 inches (5060 mm) 182–185 in
Width 74.8 inches (1900 mm) 76 in
Height 59.6 inches (1515 mm) 48–50 in
Wheelbase 117.9 inches (2995 mm) 107 in
Ground Clearance 5.5 inches 5 in (adjustable suspension likely)
Cargo Space 17 cubic feet (490 liters) 12 cu-ft (front + rear trunks combined)
Curb Weight 4,800 lbs 4,500 – 5,000 lbs (due to battery)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 2
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 2

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Wheels Alloy (lightweight performance design)
Wheel Size 19-inch standard 20” front / 21” rear (expected)
Front Tire 245/45 R19 275/30 R20
Rear Tire 275/40 R19 345/25 R21

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-Speed Automatic (EV Direct Drive)
Turning Radius 20.3 feet 37 ft
Gear Box Direct drive Single-speed reduction gear
Front Suspension Double Wishbone Double Wishbone with Magnetic Ride Control
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-Link with Magnetic Ride Control

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (but includes Driving Assistance Professional Package with similar features) Not full self-driving (Chevy Super Cruise likely)
Navigation System Yes Yes, built-in with OTA maps
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Dual-zone Automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Not confirmed (Corvette coupe unlikely, SUV variant may)
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 14.9-inch Curved Touchscreen 10–12 inch infotainment system
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes (4G/5G LTE)
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 10 (standard), 16 (optional Harman Kardon Premium Audio) 10+ premium Bose system

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking + Disc Brakes Regenerative + Hydraulic Braking
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes N/A (2-seater)
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags 6+ (front, side, curtain)
Rear Seat Belt 3-Point Belts Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes (360-degree view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes (ESC + traction control)
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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