2025 BMW i5 vs. 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 BMW i5

2025 BMW
i5

MSRP*: $67,100 to $84,100
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2025 Hyundai
Sonata Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,000 to $37,450
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MPG - City Info not available 44 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
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)
  • 192-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 335 - 590 hp 192 hp
Exterior Length 199.2 in 193.3 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 46.1 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 37.8 - 40.0 in
Rear 37.4 - 38.4 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
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW i5 than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 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 Sonata Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW i5 is much wider than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the BMW i5, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

Handling
The BMW i5 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, 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 Sonata Hybrid. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The BMW i5 has much less torque than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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