BMW i5 LWB vs Tesla Model Y
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 | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | eDrive35L M Sport | L Premium AWD 88.0 kWh |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹79.60 Lakh | ₹61.99 Lakh |
| Claimed range | 669 km | 681 km |
| Real-world range | 535 km | 531 km |
| Battery capacity | 81.6 kWh | 88 kWh |
| Motor power | 200 kW | 340 kW |
| DC fast charge | 33m | 27m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
What the numbers say
- Tesla Model Y has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹61.99 Lakh.
- Tesla Model Y has the highest displayed claimed range at 681 km.
- Tesla Model Y has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 27m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
Tesla Model Y
681 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
Tesla Model Y
₹61.99 Lakh for 681 km
Best Performance
Winner
Tesla Model Y
340 kW, 0-100 in 5s
Best for City
Winner
BMW i5 LWB
8.2 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
Tesla Model Y
0-80% in 27 min
Most Spacious
Winner
Tesla Model Y
822L 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 | ₹61.99 Lakh |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 7 Sept 2025 | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 669 km | 681 km Best |
| Real World Range | 535 km Best | 531 km |
| Battery Capacity | 81.6 kWh | 88 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 8.2 km/kWh Best | 7.7 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 33m | 27m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 8 hrs Best | 8 hrs |
| Motor Power | 200 kW | 340 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 201 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7s | 5s Best |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats Best | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | 490 L | 822 L Best |
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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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