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BMW iX2 vs Omoda E5
Selected trimeDrive20 M SportChange trim318 mi · 64.8 kWh · £41,815
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX2 leads on motorway range, family practicality and running costs, while the Omoda E5 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX2 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Omoda E5 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
BMW
5.9
Omoda
6.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
5.9
Omoda
3.7
FamilyBMW
BMW
7.7
Omoda
5.7
Charging
BMW
4.1
Omoda
4.4
Too close to call
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
9.1
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingOmoda
BMW
4.4
Omoda
6.4
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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BMW iX2
Omoda E5
Length
BMW iX24,554mm
Omoda E54,424mm-130mm
Width
BMW iX21,845mm
Omoda E51,830mm-15mm
Height
BMW iX21,560mm-28mm
Omoda E51,588mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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People & luggage
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Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX2 eDrive20 M Sport |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.55m | 4.42m-130mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.83m-15mm |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.59m+28mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.69m | 2.63m-62mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 147mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 525L (better) | 380L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1400L (better) | 1075L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.9m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,960kg | 1,710kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64.8kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 318 mi (better) | 267 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £41,815 | £33,065 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £38,065 (-£3,750) | £33,065 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
* BMW iX2: 11 kW AC is standard; 22 kW AC was an option.
* BMW iX2: Current figure, after a March 2026 efficiency update. Earlier cars: eDrive20 272-283 miles WLTP, xDrive30 259-267 miles WLTP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | BMW iX2eDrive20 M Sport | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 318 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 265 miles (better) | 194 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.8 kWh (better) | 60 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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BMW iX2
eDrive20 M Sport
Omoda E5
Knight
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
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Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX2 eDrive20 M Sport
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX2 worth the extra £8,750 over the Omoda E5?
The BMW iX2 costs £8,750 more than the Omoda E5. For that premium it adds 51 miles more WLTP range and 145 litres more boot space. The Omoda E5 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.4s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX2 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX2 or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is £8,750 cheaper to buy. The BMW iX2 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Omoda E5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £8,550 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX2 and Omoda E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 265 miles for the BMW iX2 and 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX2 goes roughly 71 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX2 or the Omoda E5?
The two are within 15 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 555 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX2. The Omoda E5 also turns in a 1.1 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX2 or the Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX2 and 90% for the Omoda E5. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the BMW iX2's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .