Porsche 718 EV (Boxster/Cayman) vs BMW iX5 (2027)

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thumb image Porsche 718 EV (Boxster/Cayman) US$ 80,000
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thumb image BMW iX5 (2027) US$ 75,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Porsche BMW
Model 718 EV (Boxster / Cayman) iX5 (2027)
Vehicle Type Electric Sports Car Luxury Midsize SUV (Electric / Hydrogen Fuel Cell variant possible)
Trims Standard, S, GTS (expected) To be announced (likely Base, M Sport, xDrive variants)
Release Date 2025 (expected) Expected 2027
Status Upcoming Upcoming / Pre-Production
Made In Germany Germany (Spartanburg, USA production possible)
Body Type 2-Door Coupe / Convertible SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years / 50,000 miles (expected) 4 years / 50,000 miles (BMW Standard)
Colors Multiple Porsche custom colors (White, Black, Guards Red, Racing Yellow, Metallic options, etc.) Multiple BMW palette options (Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Mineral White, Blue Ridge, Dravit Grey, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual electric motors (AWD) or single rear motor (RWD) Dual-motor setup (all-electric xDrive)
Horsepower 450–500 hp (expected) Est. 500–550 hp (depending on trim)
Torque 500 Nm (est.) 700 Nm (516 lb-ft, est.)
Acceleration 0–60 mph in ~3.5 sec (est.) 0–60 mph in ~4.5 sec
Top Speed 155 mph (250 km/h) 130 mph (electronically limited)
Range 250–300 miles (WLTP est.) 350–400 miles (est. WLTP)
Drivetrain RWD standard, AWD optional AWD (xDrive)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion, 800V architecture Lithium-ion (6th-gen BMW battery packs, solid-state possible by 2027)
Battery Capacity 80–100 kWh (expected) 100–110 kWh usable
Power Consumption 17–20 kWh / 100 km 18–21 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed Up to 11 kW AC 11 kW AC (0–100% in 8–9 hrs)
Supercharging Speed Up to 270 kW (Porsche fast charging) 250–300 kW DC (est.)
DC Fast Charging Speed 5–80% in ~20 minutes 10–80% in ~25–30 min
Miles of Range added Per Hour 35 miles (home AC), ~200 miles in 15 min (DC fast) 35–40 miles (AC), ~200+ miles in 20 min (DC)
Charging Time 8–9 hours (AC home), <30 min (DC) 8–9 hrs (AC), ~30 min (DC fast
Charging Connector Type CCS Combo CCS (Combined Charging System)
Home Charging Options Porsche Mobile Charger Connect / Wallbox BMW Wallbox, 110V/220V portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 11–22 kW 11–22 kW (likely 22 kW in EU, 11 kW in US)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,400 mm (173 in) 194 in (4,940 mm)
Width 1,800 mm (71 in) 78 in (1,990 mm)
Height 1,280 mm (50 in) 69 in (1,750 mm)
Wheelbase 2,480 mm (97 in) 118 in (3,000 mm)
Ground Clearance 120 mm (est.) 8 in (adjustable air suspension)
Cargo Space 150 liters (front + rear) 33–72 cu ft (with seats down)
Curb Weight 1,750–1,850 kg (est.) 5,500 lbs (est.)
No. of Doors 2 5
Seating Capacity 2 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy (Porsche Design) Alloy (M Sport, aerodynamic design)
Wheel Size 19"–21" (depending on trim) 19"–22" options
Front Tire 235/35 R19 (est.) 265/50 R19 (base)
Rear Tire 265/35 R20 (est.) 265/50 R19 (base)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Plus Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV) Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 10.5 m 39 ft
Gear Box Single-speed reduction Direct drive (EV standard)
Front Suspension Adaptive McPherson Strut Double wishbone (adaptive)
Rear Suspension Multi-link, adaptive dampers Multi-link (air suspension optional)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Not available, Porsche InnoDrive driver assist BMW Driving Assistant Professional (semi-autonomous L2)
Navigation System Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with AI route planner BMW iDrive 9 / 10 with AR HUD
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Dual-zone automatic 4-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes USB-C / Wireless
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof No (convertible option instead) Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless (Standard)
Android Auto Yes Wireless (Standard)
Touchscreen 10.9" center display + digital cockpit 14.9" Curved Display + 12.3" Instrument Cluster
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 10 (Bose) or 12–14 (Burmester optional) 12–20 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc 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 Yes
No. Of Airbags 6 (front, side, knee) 8
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° view system Yes (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Likely (X-Offroad Package)
Stability Control Yes Yes (DSC, DTC)
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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