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Head-to-Head Specification Match

BMW i5 eDrive40 vs BYD Seal Excellence AWD 82.5 kWh

Side-by-side comparison of charging curves, usable pack capacities, home AC charging limits and running costs per 100 mi.

⚡ Faster Fast Charging (10-80%)

BYD Seal

Faster by 2 mins

🔋 Larger Usable Battery

BYD Seal

+1.3 kWh usable

💰 Cheaper per 100 mi

BYD Seal

Saves $0.14 / 100 mi

Side-by-Side Technical Comparison

Specification
BMW i5 eDrive40
BYD Seal Excellence AWD 82.5 kWh
Usable Battery
81.2 kWh
82.5 kWh
Verified 10–80% DC Time
28 min
26 min
Peak DC Acceptance
205 kW
150 kW
Onboard AC Charger (Home)
11.0 kW
11.0 kW
Estimated Range (mi)
292 mi
305 mi
Home Cost per 100 mi
$5.25
$5.11
Physical Ports
Type 2 (AC) / CCS2 (DC)
Type 2 (AC) / CCS2 (DC)
Supercharger Access
Native
Not Supported

Recommended Charging Equipment

Verified compatible Level 2 wallboxes and portable charging equipment for both vehicles.

Best Scandinavian Smart Wallbox 4.8

Easee · Home Level 2 Charger

Charge Lite

Max power
11.0 kW
Current
16 A
Price
$749
  • 11 kW 3-phase (or 7.4 kW 1-phase)
  • Built-in eSIM and WiFi connectivity
  • Dynamic phase & load balancing
  • Universal Type 2 socket with locking mechanism
100% compatible with BMW i5 eDrive40 Charges at this car’s 11.0 kW AC limit
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Best Compact Type 2 Wallbox 4.7

Wallbox · Home Level 2 Charger

Pulsar Plus

Max power
11.0 kW
Current
16 A
Price
$699
  • 11 kW three-phase
  • Tethered Type 2 cable
  • Power Boost protects the main fuse
  • App scheduling, OCPP ready
100% compatible with BMW i5 eDrive40 Charges at this car’s 11.0 kW AC limit
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Best Scandinavian Smart Wallbox 4.8

Easee · Home Level 2 Charger

Charge Lite

Max power
11.0 kW
Current
16 A
Price
$749
  • 11 kW 3-phase (or 7.4 kW 1-phase)
  • Built-in eSIM and WiFi connectivity
  • Dynamic phase & load balancing
  • Universal Type 2 socket with locking mechanism
100% compatible with BYD Seal Excellence AWD 82.5 kWh Charges at this car’s 11.0 kW AC limit
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Best Compact Type 2 Wallbox 4.7

Wallbox · Home Level 2 Charger

Pulsar Plus

Max power
11.0 kW
Current
16 A
Price
$699
  • 11 kW three-phase
  • Tethered Type 2 cable
  • Power Boost protects the main fuse
  • App scheduling, OCPP ready
100% compatible with BYD Seal Excellence AWD 82.5 kWh Charges at this car’s 11.0 kW AC limit
Check price