i5 vs 500e: Price Worth It?

BMW i5 price in Jhanjharpur
The BMW i5 is only available in the M60 xDrive variant in India. The BMW i5 on road price in Jhanjharpur starts at around ₹1.27 crore for the M60 xDrive variant, but will differ from city to city. Meanwhile, the ex showroom price of the BMW i5 in Jhanjharpur is ₹1.20 crore, but this will not include any taxes or other applicable charges.
The BMW i5 is only available in the M60 xDrive variant in India. The BMW i5 on road price in Jhanjharpur starts at around ₹1.27 crore for the M60 xDrive variant, but will differ from city to city. Meanwhile, the ex showroom price of the BMW i5 in Jhanjharpur is ₹1.20 crore, but this will not include any taxes or other applicable charges.
* Estimated on-road price. Final amount may vary.
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The BMW i5 M60 xDrive EV costs ₹1,27,27,350 on-road in Jhanjharpur. At 9.00% interest for 7 years, your estimated EMI is ₹1,84,290 per month.
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I am a bit confused between the BMW i5 and the Lexus ES 500e. The Lexus ES 500e costs Rs 91.2 lakh (ex-showroom), which is Rs 11 lakh more than the BMW i5 at Rs 79.6 lakh. For the additional amount, the Lexus offers the following features: Manual rear window sunblinds Soft-close doors Head-up display (HUD) Front-seat heating and ventilation, along with a heated steering wheel. The i5 gets ventilated seats. Transparent bonnet mode Higher performance from its dual-motor AWD setup, producing 343hp compared with the i5's 268 hp Longer standard vehicle warranty of 8 years/2 lakh km, compared with BMW's 2-year standard warranty Dedicated spare wheel space I have driven both cars and liked them. Does the Lexus justify the additional Rs 11 lakh for these differences? Is there a significant difference in interior quality between the i5 and ES 500e?
The Lexus ES 500e has its merits, but it does come at a considerable premium over the BMW i5. Sure, if you want to stand out, prefer its stronger performance, and want the peace of mind of a longer standard warranty, go for the Lexus ES. In comparison, the BMW i5 is a well-rounded electric car which is very comfortable to drive and be driven in. And given the fact that it is more affordable, as a luxury EV, the BMW i5 seems like the more sensible option. Alternatively, you could consider the new GLC 400 (EV), which packs in stronger performance, promises healthier range, and is more affordable than both the BMW i5 and Lexus ES.
I am looking to buy a car for around Rs. 1 crore by the end of this year. I love sedans, but I am horrified about ground clearance, as my current C-Class scrapes over speed breakers quite often in my city. I am only considering hybrid or electric vehicles. I do not see diesel as a viable long-term option, as I typically keep my cars for around 10 years. Petrol is also not ideal for me because my monthly running is around 2,000 km, making it less economical. Could you please suggest suitable options?
For the moment, there's no hybrid sedan that fits your requirements. The Lexus ES 350h hybrid is due for launch, though.The Lexus ES is already on sale in a full electric Lexus ES 500e avatar. It packs in crisp styling, a lot of features and the promise of a reasonable range. However, we have yet to drive one and cannot comment on ground clearance at this time.Since you are open to buying electric, an enticing option is in the works. BMW is readying a long wheelbase version of the all-electric i5, and a key engineering job on the project is to ensure ample ground clearance for Indian conditions. The BMW i5 M60, sold in short wheelbase form, was notorious for scraping its belly on speedbreakers and bad roads, and the promise is that this won't be an issue on the i5 LWB. The model is expected to go on sale in the coming months and could be an exciting option to look for.











Last Updated on: 13 Nov 2026