2024 BMW 330 vs. 2025 BMW i5 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW 330

2024 BMW
330

MSRP*: $44,500 to $46,500
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Picture of the 2025 BMW i5

2025 BMW
i5

MSRP*: $70,100
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 389 hp
Exterior Length 185.7 in 199.2 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 38.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW i5 than the BMW 330, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 330 and the BMW i5 in the front seats.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the BMW 330 is clearly a better financial choice over the BMW i5.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 330 is much slimmer than the BMW i5, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW 330, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the BMW i5.

Handling
The BMW 330 has a smaller turning radius than the BMW i5, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 330 is significantly less powerful than the BMW i5. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 330 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the BMW i5.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 330 and the BMW i5.