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BMW i5

BMW i5

The BMW i5 goes straight to the top of the electric executive car tree. Available as saloon or estate.

The BMW 5 Series, in all its many forms, has consistently been one of the best executive cars on the market, so it makes sense that the electric version of the new 5 Series, the i5, should also be among the best in the business. And so it is. Offered in a choice of models, with the more efficient, long-range eDrive40 joined by the high-performance, all-wheel-drive M60 xDrive, it provides comfort, handling and technology in one luxurious package. The M60 xDrive is hilariously quick in a straight line, while both offer an enjoyable, precise driving experience that somewhat masks their size. The i5 Touring estate brings a bigger boot and more practicality to the party.

BMW i5 specifications

Official WLTP range between charges
506-575km
Battery details (usable capacity)
81.2kWh lithium-ion
Electric motor details
250kW single- otor, 442kW dual-motor
Fastest recharging rate
205kW on DC, 11kW on AC
Energy consumption
16.1-18.7kWh per 100km
Maximum power output
340-601hp
Maximum torque output
430-820Nm
0–100km/h
3.8-6.0 seconds
Towing capability
2,000kg braked
Kerb weight
2,130-2,425kg

Last updated 17 July 2024

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Driving Munich to Dublin in the BMW i5

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