BMW i5 2026

$67,000.00
Brand: BMW
Category: Cars
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Drive Type: RWD, AWD
Type: 4 door sedan, 5 seats
Self Driving: Level 2 driver assistance
Airbags: Yes

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

PERFORMANCE 5 / 10
BATTERY 7 / 10
BODY 6 / 10
DISPLAYS 5 / 10
COMFORT 6 / 10
SAFETY 7 / 10

PROS

Long real world driving range for the segment
Strong DC fast charging performance
High quality interior with updated BMW iDrive

CONS

High purchase price versus non premium EVs
Rear seat space trails some rivals

BMW i5 2026 is a mid size electric sedan based on the BMW 5 Series platform. It sits in the premium executive segment and uses a four door fastback style body focused on comfort, efficiency, and daily usability.

The i5 uses an 81.2 kWh usable battery pack. BMW lists a WLTP range up to about 582 km for the eDrive40 and about 516 km for the M60 xDrive. DC fast charging supports rates up to 205 kW. AC charging supports 11 kW as standard, with 22 kW available in some markets.

Pricing places the i5 above mass market EV sedans and below flagship luxury models. It suits buyers who want a quiet long range electric sedan with traditional BMW driving feel and modern software. Alternatives include the Mercedes Benz EQE and Tesla Model S. A direct comparison often comes against the Audi A6 e-tron due to similar size and target buyers.

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Full Specifications

MODEL

Models

BMW i5 eDrive40
BMW i5 xDrive40
BMW i5 M60 xDrive

LAUNCH

Announced	2025 for 2026 model year
Status	On sale
Country of origin	Germany
Base Price	$67,000 for eDrive40 in the US market

PERFORMANCE

Power	eDrive40: 335 hp, rear wheel drive xDrive40: 389 hp, all wheel drive M60 xDrive: 590 hp, all wheel drive
Torque	eDrive40: 317 lb ft xDrive40: 435 lb ft M60 xDrive: 605 lb ft
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	eDrive40: 0 to 60 mph in about 5.7 s xDrive40: about 4.9 s M60 xDrive: about 3.7 s
Max Speed	143 mph depending on version
transmission	Single speed automatic

BATTERY

Capacity	81.2 kWh usable
Tech	Lithium ion, 400 V architecture
Range	eDrive40: up to about 362 mi M60 xDrive: up to about 321 mi
Consumption	16.5 to 18.5 kWh per 100 km WLTP
Recuperation	Adaptive regenerative braking
Heat Pump
AC Charging	11 kW standard, about 8.5 hours 22 kW optional in some markets, about 4.5 hours
DC Charging	Up to 205 kW 10 to 80 percent in about 30 minutes
Others	Plug and Charge support

BODY

Type	4 door sedan, 5 seats
Platform	BMW CLAR
Dimensions	Length: about 5060 mm Width: about 1900 mm Height: about 1515 mm
Drag Co-Efficient	0.23
Wheelbase	2995 mm
Clearance	140 mm
Weight	2100 kg depending on version
Suspension	Front double wishbone Rear five link Adaptive suspension optional
Wheels	18 to 21 inch alloys
Trunk/Boot	490 liters
Frunk/Bonnet	No
Towing	Up to 2000 kg depending on configuration
Others	Rear wheel steering optional

DISPLAYS

Centre	14.9 inch curved touchscreen
Driver's Display	12.3 inch digital cluster
Head-Up	12.3 inch digital cluster
Others	BMW iDrive 8.5

COMFORT

Seats	Power adjustable, heated standard
Roof	Panoramic glass optional
Parking Aids	Front and rear sensors, surround cameras optional
Connectivity	Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Others	Ambient lighting, multi zone climate control

SAFETY

Airbags	Front, side, curtain airbags
Driving Aids	Adaptive cruise control Lane keep assist Blind spot monitoring
Self Driving	Level 2 driver assistance
Crash Tests	Euro NCAP 5 star rating for the platform