2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 BMW 5 Series
When comparing the 2020 Nissan LEAF's and the 2020 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2020 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Nissan LEAF's and the 2020 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2020 BMW 5 Series is a better car than the 2020 Nissan LEAF.
2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 BMW 5 Series Pricing
A used 2020 Nissan LEAF ranges from $15,998 to $25,941 while a used 2020 BMW 5 Series is priced between $28,989 to $55,492.
2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Nissan LEAF loses 65.1 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the 2020 BMW 5 Series retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Nissan LEAF.
2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan LEAF is 8.1 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Nissan LEAF being ranked 1 out of 7 Best Electric Hatchbacks and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2020 Nissan LEAF vs. 2020 BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan LEAF is 7.6 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW 5 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan LEAF.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Nissan LEAF’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW 5 Series base engine makes 248 horsepower. The LEAF is rated to deliver an average of 123 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 150 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 594 miles.This gives the 2020 Nissan LEAF the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 BMW 5 Series the advantage in maximum range. The LEAF uses electricity, and the 5 Series uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Nissan LEAF, a electric compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 BMW 5 Series, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 Nissan LEAF has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15998 - 25941
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.650532
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28989 - 55492
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan LEAF Rankings
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17 out of / 27BMW 5 Series Rankings
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4 out of / 11Ranking
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24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, S PLUS, SL PLUS, SV, SV PLUS
2020 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp
Torque:
236 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
257 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
123 / 99 / 111
Range (city/hwy):
150 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
40 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
450 / 594 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3538 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
61.4 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3746 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18