The BMW i5 is a great pick for an electric luxury sedan thanks to its classy design, comfortable and quiet cabin, and extensive collection of helpful technology features. In fact, we think the i5 is better than the regular 5 Series and one of the best EVs on the road today.
Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at Edmunds in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.
Pros
Comfortable and classy cabin
More cargo space than most rivals
Lots of standard in-car tech features
Excellent real-world range
Cons
Some onscreen controls are hard to learn or access
What's new
The i5 is an all-electric version of the redesigned 5 Series
Comfortable interior with new technology features
Lots of standard features and driver aids
2024 kicks off the first i5 generation
Overview
The BMW i5 is an all-new and all-electric luxury sedan from one of the first automakers to really give electric cars a solid go. Based on the BMW 5 Series sedan (also fully redesigned for 2024) and slotting between the i4 and i7 sedans, the i5 is simply one of the best and most well-rounded cars we've driven in the past few years. Where the Mercedes-Benz EQE doesn't feel quite as premium or as comfortable as its gas-powered E-Class counterpart, the i5 looks, feels and actually drives even better than the new 5 Series. New technology features, a well-appointed cabin, and plenty of range (more than 300 miles in the Edmunds EV Range Test) help solidify the i5 as one of the best electric cars on the road.
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BMW i5 EV Insights
Trim:
i5 M60
Range
256 miles
EPA Estimated Range
EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 218 miles after 8 years.Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.
Estimated range mapThis map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Columbus, Ohio. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.
SAE ComboStandard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.
Plug Type
8 hrs
240V Home ChargingEstimated total charging time when using a 240V outlet. This is either a 3-prong or 4-prong outlet used for appliances, for example a clothes dryer.
29 min
DC Fast ChargingThis is the time needed to charge the vehicle's battery from a 10% to an 80% charge level, employing a fast charger at the maximum power the vehicle can accept. To optimize charging speed, we activate the vehicle's battery preconditioning feature, if it has one. In the absence of a preconditioning feature, we drive a sufficient amount to ensure the battery pack is warm and ready for charging.
edmunds TESTED
EV batteries should be kept at 30-80% charged to extend battery life.
8 yrs or 100,000 milesThe federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.
According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.
EV Tax Credits & Rebates
No rebates available in 43230
Restrictions: This program is a charging agreement between BMW of North America and Electrify America. Customers who purchase a new BMW i5 will receive 2 years of complimentary 30-minute charging on the Electrify America network. Participation requires the MyBMW app. Plug & Charge functionality will be available for use with this plan. Complimentary charging expires 2 years from vehicle purchase date. Offer is non-transferable. See your participating dealer for details.
EV ownership works best if you can charge (240V) at home or at work This typically means a 240V home installation, but you could also have a similar setup at your office or other places your car is already parked for several hours each day. Don't expect a regular household outlet (120V) to suffice unless you've got a plug-in hybrid, in which case overnight charging at home is feasible.
If you can’t charge at home, charging at a charging station could take at least 10x longer than at a gas station With public charging infrastructure still in its infancy, the user experience can be maddeningly inconsistent. Tesla owners tend to rave about the reliability and speed of the company's proprietary Supercharger stations, but rival DC fast options have thus far been plagued by technical issues and overcrowding. It's an evolving landscape and our best advice is to do your research on the available options for the EV you want to buy.
Adding a 240V home charging system could cost up to $1,600 or more If your existing electrical service can handle the additional demands of EV charging, you may be able to add Level 2 charging at home for less than a grand, including installation. But your costs will multiply if you need to upgrade your electrical panel or add a dedicated circuit.
Given the i5 is essentially a 5 Series with an electric powertrain instead of an internal-combustion one, it makes sense to see both debut for 2024. They're nearly identical twins. The 5 Series' updates all benefit the i5 and could not have come at a better time as the new model takes advantage of all the strides BMW has made to its vehicles over the past few years. The new 5 Series improves on its predecessor in every way. The new exterior styling is bold, but it skips out on the comically large and divisive grilles we've seen on other recent BMW models. The interior draws significantly from the larger (and also recently redesigned) BMW 7 Series, with a sleek, premium look and feel that put it among the best you'll find in a midsize luxury sedan today.
Competitors to consider
The i5 primarily competes against the Genesis Electrified G80, Mercedes-Benz EQE and Tesla Model S. These are all very good EVs, but we think the i5 is still the most enjoyable to drive and the most comfortable. You might also check out the BMW i4 or Hyundai Ioniq 6 as a less expensive alternative. Read the Edmunds Expert Rating below to get our test team's full take on the i5.
Edmunds Expert Rating
Our VerdictThe Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
Great
8.4
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The BMW i5 is a great pick for an electric luxury sedan thanks to its classy design, comfortable and quiet cabin, and extensive collection of helpful technology features. In fact, we think the i5 is better than the regular 5 Series and one of the best EVs on the road today.
How does the i5 drive? We tested the i5 eDrive40 version, which uses a single electric motor that drives the rear wheels. At the Edmunds test track, it accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds, which is similar to the acceleration of other single-motor luxury EVs. In the real world, the i5 is quick and zippy on city streets and has enough power for quick passing on the highway. The i5 M60 is also available if you want more thrust.
We were also impressed with the i5's smooth and powerful brakes in our testing. The available one-pedal driving mode makes it easy to lift off the accelerator and slow down and stop without having to use the brake pedal in routine driving. Around turns, the i5 is balanced and stable. The steering doesn't offer much feel of the road, but it adjusts to make the effort light at low speeds and then adds more heft while cruising on the highway.
Comfort
8.5/10
How comfortable is the i5? The i5 does a wonderful job of absorbing bumps and imperfections in the road. The front seats are comfortable and supportive too. Another key attribute is the i5's quiet cabin that keeps out most wind and road noise.
The i5's climate controls are routed through the touchscreen. Accessing them can be a bit distracting to do while driving, but BMW is far from alone in using touchscreens. Plus, we have no complaints about the climate system's ability to quickly heat or cool the cabin. The vents are a bit cumbersome to adjust, but we're glad you don't have to do that through the touchscreen too.
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How’s the interior? The i5's interior is no different from the standard BMW 5 Series, which is a very good thing in this case. Most of the car's controls are found on the touchscreen. We wouldn't mind having more physical buttons, but the touchscreen is quick and responsive and has a customizable interface.
The interior is spacious and comfortable, with plenty of room in both rows for adults. Rear passengers might find space for their toes a bit tight, but there should be no issue with headroom or legroom for most passengers. The doors open wide, making getting in and out a breeze. The driving position is equally nice, with all of the controls within easy reach. The seat isn't overly low, and it's easy to find a comfortable height and angle.
Technology
8.5/10
How’s the tech? The large infotainment screen works great for navigation. Inputting directions is easy using the screen or voice commands, and the navigation links with the instrument cluster and head-up display to show turn-by-turn directions. Voice commands can also be used to change the climate control, adjust the radio, or even roll up the rear sunshades. Voice prompts work well, though the system isn't quite as robust as Mercedes' MBUX or some Google-based systems.
If you prefer to use your own device, the i5 comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; both include wireless connectivity. There's also a wireless charging pad as well as six USB-C ports spread throughout both rows of seats. The i5 would score even higher here if we didn't have recurring issues when trying to get CarPlay to launch in our test car.
As you might expect with a modern luxury vehicle, the i5 is available with a whole suite of driver aids, including hands-free highway driving. That system worked well in our testing, and we liked the prompts on the screen letting you know when you can activate the hands-free system or when traffic has cleared to change lanes. Adaptive cruise control is smooth and maintains consistent gaps in traffic.
Storage
8.0/10
How’s the storage? As with the gas-powered 5 Series, the i5 features one of the largest trunks you'll find in a midsize luxury sedan, electric or not. There's significantly more space in the rear than the Genesis Electrified G80 and Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan offer. Notably, there's no bump taking up space in the trunk to make room for the battery as with the Genesis. It has a slightly taller load floor than the regular 5 Series, but it's only something you'd notice if you compared the cars back to back.
Storage inside the cabin is good, too, with several spots to stash sunglasses, a keycard and more. There's a small bin in front of the cupholders large enough to stash two phones, too. The door pockets aren't massive, but we'd say they're about average for this class. The i5's spacious rear seat should accommodate larger rear-facing child safety seats with relative ease, and the seat anchor points are easy to access.
Range and Efficiency
9.0/10
How are the range and efficiency? The EPA estimates the i5 can go between 240 and 295 miles on a single charge, depending on the wheel size and powertrain. (Larger wheels and dual-motor i5s get lower range estimates.) Our test vehicle was an eDrive40 with 21-inch wheels with an EPA-estimated 270 miles. In the Edmunds EV Range Test, we managed to drive 321 miles on a single charge. Those are better figures we've seen in rivals, and we're impressed BMW consistently outperforms EPA estimates in our testing.
Much of that range is due to the i5 using a lot less energy than its EPA figure suggests too. On paper the i5 is said to use 35 kWh of electricity for every 100 miles traveled, but in Edmunds' EV range testing we saw a much more impressive 28.7 kWh/100 miles (a lower number is better). This aligns with what we've seen in other BMW EVs like the i4 and iX.
When it comes to fast charging on the go, in the Edmunds EV Charging Test the i5 was able to add an average of 477 miles of range per charging hour, starting from 10% and charging to 80% battery capacity. That sounds impressive but puts the i5 around mid-field among every EV we've tested to date. When charging at home, the i5 supports up to 11 kilowatts, which is about as good as it gets with a typical home setup.
Value
8.5/10
Is the i5 a good value? The i5's interior is as good as what you'll find in a Mercedes and better than the interior of just about every other luxury EV out there. The design looks great, and everything you look at or touch is first-rate. The LED panels on the dash and door change colors to jazz up the interior but don't feel overdone or tacky. You would be hard-pressed to find a place inside the i5 where it feels like corners have been cut.
Those good feelings are boosted even more when you consider that the i5's price undercuts rivals by thousands without sacrificing its premium feel or range. Simply put, you can get as much or more with the BMW as you do with rivals for a lot less money. BMW's four-year/50,000-mile basic and powertrain warranties are average for the class. BMW also includes four years/unlimited miles of roadside assistance and three years/36,000 miles of maintenance, better than most other luxury cars. The i5 comes with two years of free fast charging at Electrify America stations.
Wildcard
8.0/10
The i5 looks and drives like an electric BMW 5 Series. There are only a few visual tells between the gas and electric models, and we think that's a good thing. Designers have often felt the need to make EVs look and feel different than their gas-powered counterparts, so we're pleased BMW has kept it simple. The i5 eDrive40 isn't the fastest or the sportiest electric sedan out there, but if you really want to exploit the car's potential, we suggest going with the performance-focused i5 M60 model.
Which i5 does Edmunds recommend?
Get the i5 eDrive40. While the dual-motor M60 model is plenty quick, we don't think the big increase in price is worth it. Among the i5's many options, the Driving Assistance Professional and Premium packages are worth getting for their additional helpful driver assistance features.
BMW i5 models
The 2024 BMW i5 is available in two trim levels: eDrive40 and M60. The eDrive40 uses a single 335-horsepower electric motor that powers the rear wheels. The sporty M60 adds a second electric motor up front. In addition to giving the M60 all-wheel drive, power jumps significantly to 593 horsepower. EPA-estimated range for the eDrive40 spans from 270 to 295 miles depending on wheel size. Smaller wheels get better range than larger ones. The i5's range estimate drops to between 240 and 256 miles, again depending on your choice of wheel size. It's worth noting that in the Edmunds EV Range Test, the i5 exceeded its EPA estimate by a few dozen miles.
eDrive40
Standard features on all i5 models include:
19-inch wheels
LED headlights
Sunroof
Synthetic leather upholstery
Dual-zone climate control
Power-adjustable front seats
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration (both with wireless connectivity)
Digital instrument cluster
14.9-inch touchscreen
Integrated navigation system
Harman Kardon audio system
Wireless charging pad
Standard driver aids include:
Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Lane keeping assistance (steers the i5 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
M60
Includes all of the eDrive40's standard features and adds:
Adaptive sport-tuned suspension
Upgraded brakes
M Sport package (see below)
Heated front seats
Bowers & Wilkins audio system
BMW also offers some optional packages and stand-alone features for the i5. Highlights include:
Luxury Seating package
Heated and ventilated front seats
Heated rear seats
More adjustments for the front seats
Driving Assistance Professional package
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the i5 and the car in front)
Highway Assistant (allows for hands-free driving up to 85 mph on select highways)
Lane keeping assistance (steers the i5 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Evasive steering assistance (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
I love every single thing about my 2024 i5 m60. It is the best car that I've owned and I've own....well....entirely too many (15 new cars in laat 30 mos alone). I do have a level two charger in the garage, which undoubtedly adds another level of love for this car. But...this car looks great - inside and out. Rides great - in every drive mode. And sounds great - both the multiple iconic … sounds options and stereo system. I hope to have this car for a very long time.
As fast as you think....
5 out of 5 stars
RJB, 12/12/2023
2024 BMW i5 M60 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD)
I've had my i5 M60 for just over a month now and love it. I wasn't necessarily looking for an electric vehicle, rather, just wanted the latest edition of the 5 series M. Very happy with the purchase so far...It's as fast as advertised!!, fun to drive and the interior is luxurious. This is a positive, but, there is more technology in this car than I will ever use! It continues to … amaze with what it 'knows' and how it adjusts and reacts. Having said that, you could easily spend a day or 2 (or more) trying to figure out all of the tech features and options, most of which, I will never use.
A disclaimer or 2...this is my commuter car (ie: toy), so, range is not an issue for me...i'm typically driving 50 - 75 miles a day (if that). We will likely never take this car on long trips...Further, I did install a level 2 charging outlet in our garage...a small investment, but, in my opinion, a must if you are going to buy and take advantage of an electric vehicle. I rarely use the Electrify America charging stations that BMW provides for 2 years, however, when I have, they have worked well (and quickly).
This all electric car is ELECTRIC in every way.
5 out of 5 stars
harold goldstein, 12/30/2023
2024 BMW i5 M60 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD)
Handling is superb, comfort is equally remarkable, instant torque, 0-60 in about 3.5 seconds, great new styling and reasonable range.
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Think of the 2024 BMW i5 as, very simply, the regular 5 Series' fully electric counterpart. We review the gas-powered 5er separately, but in a way you can think of the i5 as an optional powertrain (albeit a significantly different one) for the 2024 5 Series rather than a wholly separate vehicle. As the 5 Series as a whole was redesigned for this year, the new 2024 i5 is, essentially, a brand-new vehicle that comes in two initial variants: the i5 eDrive40 and the sporty i5 M60 xDrive.
The i4, the i7 and the all-electric BMW iX SUV have all impressed us thanks to solid driving dynamics, comfortable, well-appointed interiors, and range that exceeds EPA estimates in Edmunds' own EV range testing.
Both the i5 eDrive40 and the i5 M60 xDrive get the same 81.2-kWh battery pack, but the horsepower numbers diverge sharply. The i5 eDrive40 provides 335 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque from a single electric motor that drives the rear wheels. BMW claims the eDrive40 will go from zero to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds. The i5 M60 packs 593 hp and 549 lb-ft of torque, though you can temporarily raise that torque output to 605 lb-ft by pulling the Boost paddle mounted on the left-hand side of the steering wheel. The extra oomph from the M60 comes courtesy of a second electric motor mounted at the front axle, giving it all-wheel drive. The zero to 60 time drops to 3.7 seconds. For reference, that's as quick as a BMW M4 Competition we tested.
The i5 eDrive40 has an EPA-estimated range between 270 and 295 miles of range, depending on the wheel size. (Smaller wheels generally improve range.) The i5 M60 has a slightly lower figure, with an EPA-estimated range between 240 and 256 miles, again depending on wheel size. We wouldn't be surprised if the i5 beat those figures given how other BMWs have performed in Edmunds' real-world EV range tests.
What about charging?
The i5 accepts both Level 2 and DC fast charging. BMW estimates the battery can be recharged from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes thanks to a max charging rate of 205 kW. It's higher than the charging speed of the Mercedes-Benz EQE but lower than the max rates on the Genesis G80 and Tesla Model S. First-time owners of the BMW i5 receive two years of free 30-minute charging sessions at the Electrify America network of DC fast-charging stations.
How does the i5 drive?
We had a chance to sample both the eDrive40 and M60 as well as a model equipped with BMW's latest driver aids. Both the eDrive40 and M60 feel quick thanks to the instant torque hit typical of EVs. Tight roads and busy highways prevented us from opening up the cars for very long, but it doesn't take long to get up to extralegal speeds. The i5 feels secure and planted when going around turns, at least in the few moments we were able to pick up the pace.
Stepping up to the M60 nets you more than just an extra motor for the front axle. The M60 comes standard the with Adaptive M Suspension Professional package. In addition to electronically controlled dampers and a 0.3-inch lower ride height than the eDrive40, the package includes rear-axle steering. It allows for both improved stability at higher speeds and a tighter turning radius at lower ones. As on other BMWs, we've found rear-axle steering to be a really helpful feature. The M60 also features M Sport brakes as standard as well as BMW's active roll stabilization system that can improve both ride comfort and handling. Our main critique so far is the steering. It's light and easy to turn but doesn't give you much feedback or feel for the road.
Testing the i5's new advanced driver aids
The i5 is available with BMW's latest driver aids, including a system that allows for hands-free highway driving. BMW is calling it "Highway Assistant including Active Lane Change with eye activation." Like the name implies, you can change lanes just by moving your eyes. BMW already offered hands-free driving in the i7, and it worked well in the i5 in our short time behind the wheel. The system adjusts speed well, maintains a good gap between cars, and doesn't bounce between the lane markers in an attempt to center the car in its lane.
We had a chance to drive hands-free on our initial drive. None of the stretches of road we were on had any big curves or bends, so our impressions are somewhat limited. In our short time, the system worked flawlessly. You have to keep your eyes on the road, and the car monitors the driver's face to make sure with sensors to make sure it's always facing forward. Facial recognition works better than a lot of systems (like the one in our long-term Lucid Air). We didn't have any prompts to put our hands back on the wheel, and it's pretty easy to tell when the system will let you.
The new thing with this test was the "eye activation" part. BMW's system could already change lanes hands-free with just a tap of the turn signal by the driver, but now all you have to do is look in the mirror in the direction you want to change. Sensors monitor traffic, and if there's a gap it will notify you in the instrument display. Just look in the mirror and the car will change lanes. It works, but we wouldn't call it the most comfortable thing in the world. It almost seems too easy to trigger it, especially if you're a driver who constantly monitors your mirrors.
How comfortable is the i5?
Ride quality is generally good thanks to the standard rear air suspension. The i5 doesn't completely tune out imperfections, but it does a good job of lowering the harshness of the impacts. The M60's sport-tuned suspension has enough tricks up its sleeve that it won't punish you on the street, even in Sport mode. It's much more comfortable than any Tesla we've driven and on par with the best in the class.
How's the i5's interior?
The i5 and the 5 Series as a whole are a bit roomier than the previous-generation 5 Series. The new car is 199.2 inches long, 74.8 inches wide and 59.6 inches tall (59.3 inches for the M60 due to that slightly lower sport suspension). That's an increase of a little more than an inch all around. BMW also increased the wheelbase by 0.8 inch, which may improve rear legroom. The seats are also redesigned, with sport seats as standard equipment and multi-contour seats available on other trims.
For the first time, you can also get your i5 completely leather-free, which includes Alcantara-wrapped seats in addition to the steering wheel. That treatment is also available on models with the M Sport package.
How's the i5's infotainment tech?
The i5 now features BMW's Curved Display, a wide two-panel display under a single piece of glass. It looks slick and is canted slightly toward the driver. The software is the latest version of BMW's iDrive software, 8.5. There are few buttons on the dash and center console, with most controls for things like the radio or air conditioning operated by using the touchscreen or the car's voice commands. The latter work well and can carry out everything from setting a navigation point to turning on the heated steering wheel.
While we do wish there were a few more buttons for basic things like adjusting the cabin temperature, overall we like the touchscreen interface. The navigation system is a huge improvement over what was in the last 5 Series, especially when it comes to the map itself. While it's become common to use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto smartphone integration (both of which are standard), using the in-car navigation will map out charging locations on your route. If you're driving a long distance, that's a compelling reason not to just mirror your smartphone.
BMW is including a few games in the infotainment system using its Air Console system. You can play while parked to provide some entertainment while the i5 is charging. The games are fairly simple and range from a Mario Kart knockoff to a licensed version of Who Wants To Be a Millionaire? and controls are all done from your phone. Just scan a QR code to sync your phone to the car. If games aren't your thing, you can stream YouTube or a few other channels. It's nice, but we wish there were a way to just cast from your phone rather than using the limited number of built-in systems.
How's the i5's storage?
The i5 eDrive40 and i5 M60 xDrive both offer 17.3 cubic feet of storage in the trunk. That's slightly smaller than the cargo space in their gas-powered counterpart but significantly more than what you get in rivals like the Genesis Electrified G80. That said, the all-electric i5 offers similar flexibility to its predecessor in the form of a folding 40/20/40-split rear seat, and the trunk remains fairly generous in size.
Edmunds says
We've been impressed with BMW's other recently introduced electric vehicles, the smaller i4 sedan and the midsize iX SUV. Based on our initial time with the i5, it seems like it will continue the trend. It's quick, comfortable and luxurious, just like we expect a 5 Series to be, and on top of that it's very quiet and has plenty of electric range. We haven't driven the new 5 Series yet, but it's going to take a lot for the gas version to be better than the electric one.
FAQ
Is the BMW i5 a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 i5 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.4 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the i5 has 17.3 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a BMW i5. Learn more
What's new in the 2024 BMW i5?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 BMW i5:
The i5 is an all-electric version of the redesigned 5 Series
To determine whether the BMW i5 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the i5. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the i5's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2024 BMW i5 a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 BMW i5 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 i5 and gave it a 8.4 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 i5 is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2024 BMW i5?
The least-expensive 2024 BMW i5 is the 2024 BMW i5 M60 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $84,100.
Other versions include:
M60 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD) which starts at $84,100
If you're interested in the BMW i5, the next question is, which i5 model is right for you? i5 variants include M60 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD). For a full list of i5 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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