BMW i5
BMW i5
eDrive40 M Sport
RM 400,800
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Proton Persona
Proton Persona
1.6L Standard CVT
RM 47,800
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BMW i5 vs Proton Persona Comparison

Overview: BMW i5 vs Persona

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Power 340 hp 108 hp
Engine Displacement - 1597 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.5/5
6 reviews
4.15/5
75 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Daily drives, weekend trips - no fuss

    The Persona feels sturdier and more stable compared to a compact sedan. The NVH improvements are quite noticeable, especially on the federal highways...

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    Farhan Dec 05, 2025 for Proton Persona

From The Experts

Things we like

Futuristic-looking cabin

Smooth and silent driving experience

 

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Fuel-efficient for long commutes.

Spacious interior with ample legroom.

Advanced safety features enhance security.

Smooth and comfortable ride quality.

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Things we don't like

Rear legroom can be an issue for taller people

Most of the features are part of an optional list

 

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Higher maintenance costs compared to some rivals.

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Dimensions & Capacity

Length 4963 mm 4366 mm
Width 1868 mm 1722 mm
Height 1457 mm 1554 mm
Wheel Base 2975 mm 2555 mm
No Of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Cargo Volume -- 510 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 40 L
Kerb Weight -- 1175 kg
Turning Radius -- 5.0 m
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Engine Details

Battery Type Lithium-ion --
Battery Capacity 83.9 kWh --
DC Charging (10-80%) In 30 Minutes --
Estimated Fast Charging Time (10-80%) In 30 Minutes --
Estimated Regular Charging Time 8.2 Hours --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor --
Emission 0 g/km --
Battery Warranty 8 Years or 160000 km --
Engine -- 1.6L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System -- MPI
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
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Performance

Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Power 340 hp 108 hp
Torque 430 Nm 150 Nm
Acceleration 6 s --
Top Speed 193 kmph --
Driving Range 582 km --
Engine Displacement -- 1597 cc
RPM At Max Power -- 5750 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 4000 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Drums
Front Suspension Double Wishbone MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Gear Box Single Speed Variable Speed

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch 15 Inch
Tyre Size 245/40 R20 185/55 R15
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R20 R15
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Safety

Advance Safety Feature Lane Change Warning, Front Cross Traffic Alert Lane Change Warning, Front Cross Traffic Alert Hill Hold Assist Hill Hold Assist
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes No
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes No
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Lane Departure Warning System Yes No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Side Airbag-Rear -- No
Knee Airbags -- No
Front Parking Sensors -- No
360 Camera -- No
Park Assist -- No
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) -- No
Blind Spot monitor -- No
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes No
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front Front
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes No
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes No
Cruise Control Yes --
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes --
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes No
Memory Seats Yes --
Head-Up Display Yes --
Wireless Charger Yes No
Ventilated Front Seats -- No
Ventilated Rear Seats -- No
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 14.9 Inch 14.9 Inch --
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes --
Audio System Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes No
No Of Speakers 18 18 2 2
Navigation System Yes No
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes No
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Voice Control Yes No
Touch Screen Yes No
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Adjustable Headrest Yes Front Front
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes No
Seat Lumbar Support Yes --
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes No
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather --
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
Leather Seats -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights LED LED No
Taillight Type LED LED Bulb Bulb
Roof Carrier No --
Roof Rail No No
Rear Spoiler No --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Remote Trunk Opener -- No
Sun Roof -- No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco -- Yes

Interior

Ambient Light Yes No
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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BMW i5 vs Proton Persona FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BMW i5 vs Proton Persona?

i5 is priced at RM 400,800 and Persona is priced at RM 47,800. Hence Persona is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Which Car has more power between BMW i5 vs Proton Persona?

The BMW i5 has power of 340 hp with 430 Nm torque and Proton Persona has power of 108 hp with 150 Nm torque. Thus making i5 the more powerful as compared to Persona.

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Which Car has more safety features between BMW i5 vs Proton Persona?

i5 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

Persona safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Engine Check Warning

The BMW i5 has higher number of sefety features than Persona, hence BMW i5 is more safer than Proton Persona.

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Which Car has more comfort features between i5 vs Persona?

i5 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps, Memory Seats, Head-Up Display and Wireless Charger

Persona comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Power Windows Front and Vanity Mirror

The BMW i5 has higher number of comfort features than Persona, hence BMW i5 is more comfortable than Proton Persona.

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What is i5 vs Persona dimension size comparison?

The i5 dimension are 4963 mm length, 1868 mm width, 1457 mm height while the Persona Dimensions are 4366 mm length, 1722 mm width, 1554 mm height. Hence, the i5 is more longer, i5 is more wider and Persona is more higher.

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