BMW i5 vs Hyundai IONIQ 6

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 has the higher published DC charging figure at 263 kW, which is roughly 28% higher than the BMW i5 at 206 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is listed at about 18 minutes, which is 11 minutes quicker than the BMW i5 at 29 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 680 km, which is roughly 100 km more than the BMW i5 at approximately 580 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 consumes 147 Wh/km, compared to 175 Wh/km for the BMW i5. That means the Hyundai IONIQ 6 uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 has approximately 80 kWh of useable battery , while the BMW i5 has approximately 81.2 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 has the higher published DC figure (up to 263 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 18 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the BMW i5 supports up to 11 kW (22 kW optional), compared to up to 11 kW for the Hyundai IONIQ 6. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is the more efficient choice at 147 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 680 km, which is roughly 100 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.