BMW i5 xDrive40 vs Ford F-150 Lightning XLT Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | BMW i5 | Ford F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$83,900 | C$69,990 |
| Range (Claimed) | 447 km | 515 km |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh | 131 kWh |
| Motor Power | 216 kW | 430 kW |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 160 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.4s (0-100 km/h)s | 4.0s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | N/A | 41 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
BMW i5 vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Verdict
The Ford F-150 Lightning is the more affordable choice at C$69,990, undercutting the other by about C$13,910. The Ford F-150 Lightning travels further on a charge, with a claimed 515 km versus 447 km — roughly 68 km more. The Ford F-150 Lightning is the more powerful EV, producing 430 kW to the other's 216 kW.
Choose the BMW i5 if you want faster DC charging (up to 205 kW); pick the Ford F-150 Lightning if a lower purchase price (C$69,990) matters more to you.
BMW i5 vs Ford F-150 Lightning
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Spec Score(16 specs)
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16 specs
BMW i5
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16 specs
Ford F-150 Lightning
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$83,900
C$69,990
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
447 km
515 km
Battery
↑ higher
84 kWh
131 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
216 kW
430 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.4s (0-100 km/h)s
4.0s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
84 kWh
131 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
447 km
515 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
N/A
41 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
N/A
10 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
216 kW
430 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
230 km/h
160 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.4s (0-100 km/h)s
4.0s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
5060 mm
N/A
Width
1900 mm
N/A
Height
1515 mm
N/A
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2995 mm
N/A
Features
BMW i5
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Ford F-150 Lightning
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- + 6 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
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of 11 wins
BMW i5
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of 11 wins
Ford F-150 Lightning
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BMW i5 (xDrive40) vs Ford F-150 Lightning (XLT)
| Spec name |  Electric BMW i5xDrive40 C$83,900 2027EMI → |  Electric Ford F-150 LightningXLT C$69,990 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$83,900 | C$69,990 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,329/mo | C$1,109/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 216 kW | 430 kW Best | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 84 kWh | 131 kWh Best | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 820 Nm | 1356 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 230 km/h Best | 160 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.4s (0-100 km/h)s | 4.0s (0-100 km/h)s Best | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 447 km | 515 km Best | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | N/A | 41 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | N/A | 10 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 5060 mm | N/A | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1900 mm | N/A | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1515 mm | N/A | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2995 mm | N/A | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- Fast Charging (150+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto