BMW i5 LWB vs Porsche Taycan
Compare prices, claimed and real-world range, battery capacity, charging, performance, space and ownership-relevant specifications side by side.
Updated 23 September 2026 · Specifications can vary by variant and model year.
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Comparison overview
| Specification | BMW i5 LWB | Porsche Taycan |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | eDrive35L M Sport | 4S Performance Battery Plus |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹79.60 Lakh | ₹2.01 Cr |
| Claimed range | 669 km | 642 km |
| Real-world range | 535 km | 460 km |
| Battery capacity | 81.6 kWh | 97 kWh |
| Motor power | 200 kW | 440 kW |
| DC fast charge | 33m | 18m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
What the numbers say
- BMW i5 LWB has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹79.60 Lakh.
- BMW i5 LWB has the highest displayed claimed range at 669 km.
- Porsche Taycan has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 18m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
BMW i5 LWB
669 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
BMW i5 LWB
₹79.60 Lakh for 669 km
Best Performance
Winner
Porsche Taycan
440 kW, 0-100 in 3.7s
Best for City
Winner
BMW i5 LWB
8.2 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
Porsche Taycan
0-80% in 18 min
Most Spacious
Winner
BMW i5 LWB
490L boot, 5 seats
Winners are calculated from the displayed specifications. They are not paid rankings and should be considered alongside price, charging access and your daily usage.
Detailed specifications
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹79.60 Lakh | ₹2.01 Cr |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 7 Sept 2025 | 7 Feb 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 669 km Best | 642 km |
| Real World Range | 535 km Best | 460 km |
| Battery Capacity | 81.6 kWh | 97 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 8.2 km/kWh Best | 6.6 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 33m | 18m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 8 hrs Best | 10 hrs |
| Motor Power | 200 kW | 440 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 250 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7s | 3.7s Best |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats Best | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | 490 L Best | 407 L |
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Data and comparison methodology
Prices are ex-showroom unless stated otherwise. Claimed range comes from the applicable certification or manufacturer figure stored in the BestEV catalogue; real-world range is shown separately when available. Charging times depend on the charger, battery temperature and stated charge window. Confirm the current variant, price and warranty with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying.
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