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Saloon2023+

BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport

The BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport is an electric saloon; we do not yet have enough measured data to identify how it differs from its rivals.

By eight years on the road it should still hold about 84% of its battery health, roughly 362 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you’re buying used. What owners say: Owners report superb motorway refinement and stability, describing it as more relaxing than a Tesla Model 3. Many owners highlight cabin cost-cutting: unlined door pockets, missing sill plates, one wireless charging pad and cheaper stalks than the previous 5 Series.

MSRP

£67,795

Range

357 mi

Battery

83.9kWh

Charge

205kW

BMW i5

Specifications

Dimensions

Length5.06m (5060mm)
Width1.90m (1900mm)
Height1.51m (1515mm)
Wheelbase3.00m (2995mm)

EVcarsguide Scores

Ranked against similar EVs

5.1
/10 avg
Family friendly
Very good7.6
Running costs
Good6.4
Value for money
Good5.6
Motorway range
Average5.4

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What the Critics Say

8.3/10

5 reviews

9/10Top GearRead review from Top Gear (opens in new tab)
4.5/5DrivingElectricRead review from DrivingElectric (opens in new tab)
4.2/5ParkersRead review from Parkers (opens in new tab)
4/5Auto ExpressRead review from Auto Express (opens in new tab)
3.5/5AutocarRead review from Autocar (opens in new tab)

Euro NCAP Safety

Tested 2023

Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)

What Owners Say

Balanced

Owners Love

  • Owners report superb motorway refinement and stability, describing it as more relaxing than a Tesla Model 3.
  • The composed ride and good balance for its size give it the driving feel of a proper 5 Series.
  • Owners find real-world range better than expected, reporting about 220-280 miles in winter and over 300 in summer with the eDrive40.

Watch Out For

  • Many owners highlight cabin cost-cutting: unlined door pockets, missing sill plates, one wireless charging pad and cheaper stalks than the previous 5 Series.
  • Its considerable length and width make parking and narrow roads difficult.
  • Useful features including adaptive cruise control, surround cameras and rear heated seats were bundled into expensive option packs.

Owner Tips

  • For range and ride quality, choose 19-inch rather than 20-inch wheels.
  • Check a used car’s option packs, as adaptive cruise and surround cameras were not standard equipment.
  • The eDrive40 delivers most of the M60’s driving experience at a much lower price.

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Size Overview

BMW i5
5.06m
1.51m

Length

5.06m

Width

1.90m

Height

1.51m

Size category: Large

Battery Health Estimator

Estimated condition if buying used

91.4%
est. battery health
4 years old
New12 yrs
State of Health (SoH)Excellent
50%100%
Summer range
277 mi
446 km · WLTP 357 mi
Winter range
205 mi
330 km · WLTP 357 mi
Est. useable capacity74.2 kWh/ 81.2 kWh new
Battery warranty~4 yrs remainingor 161k km
Moderate confidence

NMC chemistry supports good longevity with appropriate charging habits

Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery - best charged to 80–90%

Estimates use battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based projection. Actual health depends on charging habits, climate and usage.

Detailed degradation forecast

After 3 years, the BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 283 miles in summer and 209 miles in winter. After 5 years, the BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 272 miles in summer and 201 miles in winter. After 8 years, the BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 255 miles in summer and 189 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.

Estimates use battery chemistry, age and real-world driving data. Actual results depend on charging habits, climate and patterns of vehicle use.

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What should a lease on this car cost?

Company-car tax (BiK)

2026-27 · 4% band

P11D value£67,795
Basic (20%)£45/mo
Higher (40%)£90/mo
Additional (45%)£102/mo

Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £920/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £624/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).

BMW i5

Buyer's guide

Used BMW i5 buyer's guide

A used BMW i5 buyer’s guide: eDrive40 or M60, saloon or Touring, the option packs to check, the braking-system recall, battery warranty left, real-world range, what to pay and a printable checklist.

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