2026 BMW i5

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Simply put, the 2026 BMW i5 is the all-electric 5 Series. It has a beautiful interior, delivers a comfortable ride and is decently fun to drive for a large sedan. But on top of doing the same things the 5 Series does, the i5 delivers all the benefits of a modern EV, including a supremely quiet driving experience, ample battery range and generally lower ownership costs.Read full review

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2026 BMW i5 Review

by the Edmunds Experts

Pros

Comfortable and classy cabin
Lots of standard in-car tech features
Excellent real-world range
Strong performance from the M60 version

Cons

Some onscreen controls are hard to learn or access
Numb, artificial steering feel

What's new

Improved range for eDrive40 and xDrive40 models
Part of the first i5 generation launched for 2024

Overview

The BMW i5 is the all-electric counterpart to the gas-powered 5 Series. Just like the 5er, it's a midsize luxury sedan available in rear- or all-wheel drive that's comfortable, pleasant to drive and packed with tech. Do you like big screens? The i5 comes standard with BMW's Curved Display, which combines two screens — a digital instrument panel and a central touchscreen — under one curved piece of glass. If the rear-wheel-drive, 335-horsepower i5 isn't expeditious enough for you, there's the high-performance M60 xDrive with 595 horsepower on tap from its dual electric motors. Though it's not quite the equal of the M5, it's still plenty quick, rocketing from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds in our testing.

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BMW i5 EV Insights

Trim:

i5 eDrive40

Range

295 miles

Estimated EV Range^{This vehicle’s electric range, which is how many miles it can drive on a single battery charge, has not been verified by the EPA. The estimate shown here is based on non-EPA sources.}

EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 251 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.}

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SAE Combo^{Standard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.}

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Edmunds spotlight: More range for 2026

The BMW i5 eDrive40 and xDrive40 receive hardware upgrades for 2026 that yield increased range estimates. New inverter components are more efficient and reduce energy consumption, while lower-friction wheel bearings reduce rolling resistance. These changes result in an estimated 310-mile range for the i5 eDrive40 with 19-inch wheels, a gain of 15 miles from last year. On the low end, you have the i5 xDrive40 wearing 21-inchers, which gets a bump in its estimate from 248 miles to 259 miles. It's worth noting that on our real-world Edmunds EV Range Test, the pre-update i5 outperformed its EPA estimate by a decent margin.

Competitors to consider

The midsize electric luxury sedan class is awash with well-rounded competitors. Besides the i5, you have the Mercedes-Benz EQE, Tesla Model S, Genesis G80 Electrified and Audi A6 E-tron. Compared to the EQE, the i5 offers comparable range and features and has a lower starting price to boot. The aging Tesla Model S, meanwhile, goes farther on a single charge and is significantly more powerful but also more expensive. The Electrified G80 comes in just one well-equipped trim level, and its real-world range will be comparable to the i5's. The A6 E-tron and its high-performance S6 E-tron variant are new this year and should be worthy rivals to the i5. Read our test team's Expert Rating for more about the i5's performance, comfort and technology.

What’s it like to live with?

The Edmunds team had an i5 M60 xDrive for a One-Year Road Test and wrote about what it was like to live with day to day. Check out our long-term coverage to learn more about our editors' experiences with the high-powered electric luxury sedan. Many of their observations also apply to the other i5 models.

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Our Verdict

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8.4

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Performance

8.5/10

How does the i5 drive? The BMW i5 is definitely quick. At our test track, the single-motor rear-wheel-drive eDrive40 accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds. Need more? The dual-motor M60 version hit 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds. In the real world, the i5 is quick and zippy on city streets and has enough power for quick passing on the highway.

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. The suspension is tuned for sportier performance than the standard i5, and while it still feels heavy in corners, it's tight and composed on winding roads and a lot of fun to drive.

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.

Interior

8.5/10

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.

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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

8/10

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, Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan and Porsche Taycan, though the latter does have a frunk that brings total storage in line with the BMW. 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.

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Range and Efficiency

9/10

How are the range and efficiency? The EPA estimates the i5 can go between 239 miles and 310 miles on a single charge, depending on the wheel size and powertrain. (Larger wheels and dual-motor i5s get lower range estimates.) In an eDrive40 with 21-inch wheels with an EPA-estimated 270 miles, we managed to drive 321 miles on a single charge. Those are better figures than we've seen in rivals, and we're impressed BMW consistently outperforms EPA estimates in our testing. We later followed that up with an M60 on 21-inch wheels. It traveled 264 miles against a 240-mile estimate.

Much of that range is due to the i5 using a lot less energy than its EPA figure suggests too. Based on last year's consumption figures (2026 figures were not available at the time of publication), an i5 like the one we tested is said to use 35 kWh of electricity for every 100 miles traveled, but in the Edmunds EV Range Test we saw a much more impressive 28.7 kWh/100 miles (a lower number is better) for the eDrive40. The M60 with 21-inch wheels has an estimated consumption of 40 kWh every 100 miles, and we achieved 35.0 kWh/100 miles on our real-life driving route. 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 can pull 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

8/10

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 the M60 really ups the ante without sacrificing comfort. It's quick, sporty and entertaining, even if we've driven faster or more engaging sedans.

Which i5 does Edmunds recommend?

Though the M60's abundant power might be tempting, the eDrive40 or xDrive40 should be quick enough for most drivers. Which one is right for you will depend on whether you need the added sure-footedness of all-wheel drive. Of the many available options, it's worth starting with the Premium and Luxury Seating packages. Among other upgrades, the former adds adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera system, while the latter includes ventilated front seats and heated rears. Neither is particularly expensive, and they equip the i5 with features that really should be present in a luxury car at this price point.

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I love my i5 m60

Mick, 01/18/2024

2024 BMW i5 M60 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD)

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 …

As fast as you think....

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 …

Three Days in and 100 Love it

Andre, 04/14/2024

2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 4dr Sedan (electric DD)

So, qualifying i have only had this car three days, and havent even recharged it, i positively love my i40. I drove the i60 and DAMN, it was a rocket. More so than i needed. I traded a gas X5 for this i40, and both have 335 HP. But no comparison at all in the getoff and acceleration—so i felt it was innecessary to get the 60. The electric is just amazing. The cabin in the new 5 is …

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Because I’m HAPPY…, 08/03/2024

2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 4dr Sedan (electric DD)

We have had MANY 5 series (ICE)….but this i5 40 M sport pkg. is by far the finest ever. Who says only buy dedicated EV? Germany has integrated a battery into this, possibly the finest vehicle made. Fit and finish are classic BMW. The brakes are superb as is the smoothness of the drive train. Also the reliability of BMW is unmatched. We have owned 6 5 Series over the last 20 years, and …

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2026 BMW i5 Features & Specs

Trim:

eDrive40

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$67,100
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$100 Based on income
Engine Type	Electric
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	17.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Key safety features on the i5 include:

Back-up camera
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Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
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Stability Control
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Post-collision safety system

FAQ

Is the BMW i5 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2026 i5 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.4 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2026 i5 gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 13 reviews) 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 2026 BMW i5?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2026 BMW i5:

Improved range for eDrive40 and xDrive40 models
Part of the first i5 generation launched for 2024

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Is the BMW i5 reliable?

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 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2026 BMW i5 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2026 BMW i5 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2026 i5 and gave it a 8.4 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2026 i5 gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 13 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2026 i5 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2026 BMW i5?

The least-expensive 2026 BMW i5 is the 2026 BMW i5 eDrive40 4dr Sedan (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $67,100.

Other versions include:

eDrive40 4dr Sedan (electric DD) which starts at $67,100
xDrive40 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD) which starts at $70,100

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What are the different models of BMW i5?

If you're interested in the BMW i5, the next question is, which i5 model is right for you? i5 variants include eDrive40 4dr Sedan (electric DD), and xDrive40 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD). For a full list of i5 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

2026 BMW i5

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2026 BMW i5 Review

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Overview

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Cost to Drive

Am I Ready for an EV?

Edmunds spotlight: More range for 2026

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What’s it like to live with?

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict

Performance

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