BMW i5 vs Lotus Emeya
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 | Lotus Emeya |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | M60 xDrive | GT |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹1.20 Cr | ₹2.34 Cr |
| Claimed range | 516 km | 610 km |
| Real-world range | 413 km | 410 km |
| Battery capacity | 83.9 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Motor power | 442 kW | 675 kW |
| DC fast charge | 30m | 14m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
What the numbers say
- BMW i5 has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹1.20 Cr.
- Lotus Emeya has the highest displayed claimed range at 610 km.
- Lotus Emeya has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 14m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
Lotus Emeya
610 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
BMW i5
₹1.20 Cr for 516 km
Best Performance
Winner
Lotus Emeya
675 kW, 0-100 in 2.8s
Best for City
Winner
BMW i5
6.2 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
Lotus Emeya
0-80% in 14 min
Most Spacious
Winner
Lotus Emeya
509L 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) | ₹1.20 Cr | ₹2.34 Cr |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 1 Jan 2024 | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 516 km | 610 km Best |
| Real World Range | 413 km Best | 410 km |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh | 102 kWh Best |
| Efficiency | 6.2 km/kWh Best | 6.0 km/kWh |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 30m | 14m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 9 hrs | 6 hrs Best |
| Motor Power | 442 kW | 675 kW Best |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 250 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s | 2.8s Best |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats Best | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | 490 L | 509 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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