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BMW iX5
- Drive Type: AWD
- Body Type: 5-door SUV
- Self Driving:
- Airbags: Yes
PROS
- First BMW EV with 800V architecture and class-leading battery capacity at ~144 kWh net
- Expected EPA range above 400 miles, among the longest projected figures in the segment
- Built at Spartanburg alongside combustion X5 variants, supporting broad market availability including US allocation
CONS
- The iX5 sits on the CLAR platform rather than a purpose-built EV architecture, which introduces efficiency and packaging trade-offs compared with ground-up EV rivals
- Production begins in August 2026 with deliveries expected from Q4 2026 or early 2027, meaning the model is not yet available to buyers, and official pricing, charging rates, and range figures remain unconfirmed
The BMW iX5 is a battery-electric midsize luxury SUV produced by BMW AG, positioned as a flagship-tier EV within the new fifth-generation X5 (G65) lineup. It occupies a mid-to-flagship slot in BMW’s electric SUV range — above the iX3 and below the forthcoming iX7 — and targets the upper end of the premium electric SUV segment. Built at BMW’s Spartanburg plant in South Carolina, the iX5 rides on BMW’s CLAR platform (the same architecture underpinning combustion and plug-in hybrid X5 variants) rather than a dedicated EV-only structure, and is configured with dual-motor all-wheel drive as standard. It marks a first for the nameplate — the iX5 is the first fully electric X5 in BMW’s history.
The US-spec iX5 carries a 144 kWh net battery pack — the largest ever fitted to a BMW EV — while the Euro-spec model uses a 142 kWh net unit. The battery supports charging at up to 350–400 kW peak DC, enabled by an 800-volt architecture, and a 10–80% charge session is expected to take approximately 25 minutes. AC onboard charging rate has not been officially confirmed at time of writing. EPA range is expected to exceed 400 miles, while WLTP figures could plausibly approach 1,000 km given the battery size, though BMW has not confirmed this figure. On power output, leaked certification documents point to a combined 577 PS from dual motors — 184 kW at the front and 240 kW at the rear — with system torque above 800 Nm, though BMW has not officially confirmed these figures.
Pricing is expected to start at around $80,000 in the US market, placing it below the anticipated iX6 and iX7. No confirmed European pricing has been published. At that entry point, the iX5 realistically suits buyers who want executive-class SUV space and range — families or business users logging regular long-distance mileage who won’t compromise on interior refinement. Internally, it sits above the iX3 and steps into territory previously held by the iX, which BMW has announced it will discontinue as the iX3 takes over that role. On the outside, it competes directly with the Volvo EX90, Polestar 3, and the Porsche Cayenne Electric at similar price points. The closest single-model comparison by spec and positioning is the Porsche Cayenne Electric, which shares the large-battery, high-output AWD configuration at an overlapping price tier.
BMW iX5 Photos
Full Electric Vehicle Specifications
MODEL
| Full Model Name | BMW iX5 |
| Generation | G65 (5th generation X5) |
| Segment / Class | Midsize Luxury Electric SUV |
| Available Trims / Variants | 60 xDrive (confirmed); 50 xDrive, M70 xDrive (expected) |
| Powertrain Options | Dual-motor AWD (BEV); Range-Extender REX variant (rumoured) |
| Additional Notes | The iX5 is the first fully electric X5. It will gradually replace the iX in BMW's lineup. |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date | Summer 2026 |
| Launch Year | 2027 model year |
| Availability Status | Production begins August 2026; deliveries from Q4 2026 or early 2027 |
| Brand / Manufacturer | BMW AG |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Assembly Country | United States (Spartanburg, South Carolina) |
| Markets Available | United States confirmed; Europe expected |
| Base Price (USD) | ~$80,000 |
| Additional Notes | US pricing positions it below the future iX6 and iX7 |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | 147.8 kWh gross / 144 kWh net (US-spec); 142 kWh net (Euro-spec) |
| Battery Chemistry | Cylindrical cells (cell-to-pack design) |
| Battery Architecture | 800V; ~704V nominal; 960 cylindrical cells at ~210 Ah per cell |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) | WLTP: ~1,000 km . EPA: 400+ miles |
| Heat Pump | |
| DC Charging (Max kW) | 350–400 kW peak |
| Charging Time (10–80%) | ~25 minutes |
| Additional Notes | Largest battery ever fitted to a BMW. 800V architecture enables 186 miles of added range in ~10 minutes. |
PERFORMANCE
| Motor Type | Front: Asynchronous (ASM); Rear: Electrically Excited Synchronous (EESM) |
| Motor Configuration | Dual-motor AWD |
| Front Motor Output (kW / HP) | 184 kW / 247 hp |
| Rear Motor Output (kW / HP) | 240 kW / 322 hp |
| Power Output (kW / hp) | 424 kW / 577 PS (570 hp) |
| Torque (Nm) | 800+ Nm system total (305 Nm front / 500 Nm rear) |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed; xDrive AWD |
| Additional Notes | 6th-generation BMW eDrive technology; reported 40% reduction in energy losses vs prior gen |
BODY
| Body Style | 5-door SUV |
| Platform / Architecture | CLAR (combustion/hybrid/EV shared platform) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | ~4,994 mm × ~2,000 mm × ~1,751 mm |
| Additional Notes | Length increases by 59 mm vs G05 X5; height drops 14 mm; width narrows 4 mm (without mirrors). Split tailgate may be discontinued. |
SAFETY
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | standard |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | standard |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | standard |
| Low-Speed Pedestrian Warning | regulatory requirement in key markets |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) | standard |
| Child Seat Anchors (ISOFIX / LATCH) | standard |
| Additional Notes | Full ADAS suite expected in line with new X5 range |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | 5 (standard); 7-seat option |
DISPLAYS
| Operating System | BMW OS |
| Additional Notes | Neue Klasse-influenced interior tech cluster confirmed by BMW |
LIGHTING
| Additional Notes | Neue Klasse exterior lighting language confirmed in spy shots |
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
| Navigation System | integrated |
TECHNOLOGY
| Smartphone App Control | My BMW App |
OWNERSHIP
| Official Dealer Network | BMW AG global network |
| Spare Parts Availability | BMW global parts network |
| Import Duty Class | Varies by market |
| Grey Market Support | pre-launch |
| Roadside Assistance | BMW Roadside Assistance |
Note
| Data Source | BMWBLOG (leaked EPA/CARB certification docs, April–May 2026); TopElectricSUV.com (June 2026); BMW Group press conferences |
| Last Updated | June 24, 2026 |
| Editor's Note | BMW has not published an official spec sheet. All powertrain figures, range estimates, battery capacities, and pricing are sourced from leaked certification documents or pre-reveal reporting. Treat all figures as provisional until BMW's official reveal, expected Summer 2026. |
Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
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