With fully electric and plug-in hybrid cars now available in a wide range of shapes and sizes, WhatCar? have highlighted the top new and used options in every category; and BMW have won not one, but two awards in Best Electric Estate Car and Best Electric Luxury Car for 2024.
While fierce competition often raises the bar, the BMW i5 Touring proves that true greatness can be achieved even when your only rival is yourself.
To begin with, none of its rivals can match the BMW i5 Touring's impressive 570-litre boot capacity. The rear seatbacks, which split and fold in a convenient 40/20/40 configuration, lie flat with the load floor, further enhancing the i5's practicality.
The BMW i7 takes this win with finesse and decorum, which you’d expect from such a deluxe vehicle.
As if the petrol-powered BMW 7 Series wasn’t already luxurious enough, the i7 elevates the experience even further with the added quietness of electric power, enhancing the sense of tranquillity and relaxation to an entirely new level. It is longer than its Mercedes EQS rival, and offers significantly more space for occupants to stretch out. Its rear seats provide a more relaxed and comfortable posture in the lavish and classy interior.