2025 BMW i5 vs. 2024 Hyundai Elantra HEV Review

Picture of the 2025 BMW i5

2025 BMW
i5

MSRP*: $67,100 to $84,100
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Picture of the 2024 Hyundai Elantra HEV

2024 Hyundai
Elantra HEV

MSRP*: $26,250 to $29,450
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MPG - City Info not available 49 - 54 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 52 - 58 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 590-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 335 - 590 hp 139 hp
Exterior Length 199.2 in 184.1 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 38.7 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The BMW i5 offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Hyundai Elantra HEV with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. The Hyundai Elantra HEV will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the BMW i5.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW i5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Elantra HEV, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW i5 is much wider than the Hyundai Elantra HEV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the BMW i5, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Elantra HEV.

Handling
The BMW i5 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Elantra HEV, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW i5 has a much more powerful engine than the Hyundai Elantra HEV. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW i5 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Hyundai Elantra HEV.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW i5 and the Hyundai Elantra HEV.