How does it compare?
BMW i5 M60 xDrive squares off against the likes of the Mercedes-Benz EQE, Audi e-Tron GT, Porsche Taycan 4S, and Lucid Air Pure. These sedans dance within the same electrified class, flaunting similar price tags and performance metrics. Let’s plunge into the electrifying details.
Range
The BMW i5 M60 xDrive boasts a commendable range of 516 km (320 miles), rivaled closely by the Mercedes-Benz EQE with 545 km (339 miles). Meanwhile, the Porsche Taycan 4S posts a modest 463 km (288 miles), and the Audi e-Tron GT follows with 488 km (303 miles). However, the Lucid Air Pure stands tall with a massive 653 km (406 miles) range, almost blowing the competition out of the water.
Acceleration
Sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive clocks in at a lightning 3.7 seconds. This leaves the Mercedes-Benz EQE trailing at 5.6 seconds. The Audi e-Tron GT matches the Beemer stride for stride at 3.9 seconds, while the Porsche Taycan 4S is a whisker faster at 3.6 seconds. However, the Lucid Air Pure performs admirably at 4.2 seconds, standing its ground amongst these swift steeds.
Power
With a staggering 593 horsepower on tap, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive muscles ahead. The Mercedes-Benz EQEs 402 horsepower feels a tad underwhelming in comparison. The Audi e-Tron GT pushes out a respectable 469 horsepower, while the Porsche Taycan 4S flexes 522 horsepower. The Lucid Air Pure churns out an impressive 480 horsepower, but its the BMW that stands as the muscle car amongst these dignified contenders.
Charging Time
Equipped with an 81.3 kWh battery, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive is ready to juiced within roughly 31 minutes up to 80% using a 150 kW fast charger. The Mercedes-Benz EQE does it in 30 minutes, the ultra-efficient Porsche Taycan 4S at around 22.5 minutes, while the Audi e-Tron GT hangs around 20 minutes with its 93.4 kWh pack. The Lucid Air Pure, with its mammoth 113 kWh battery, impressively zips up to 80% in just over 33 minutes, given its hefty battery pack.
Price
Coming in at $85,095 USD (about £76,200 or €89,900), the BMW i5 M60 xDrive feels quite the steal given the performance. The Mercedes-Benz EQE starts at a slightly lower $77,900 USD (£69,700 or €82,300). Meanwhile, the Audi e-Tron GT digs deeper into the wallet at $99,900 USD (£89,500 or €104,200). The Porsche Taycan 4S is scarcely for the stingy, tipping the scales at $103,800 USD (£93,200 or €108,100). Lastly, the Lucid Air Pure takes the prize with its $87,400 USD (£78,000 or €92,400) sticker, tempting for the sheer range alone.

