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BMW i5
BMW's electric 5 Series sibling — sharing platform and body with the petrol 5er. The 581 km WLTP range puts it ahead of the Mercedes EQE; the AC charging at 22 kW is class-leading.
2 variants available — see the comparison table below.
- From
- $155,900 – $230,900
- Range up to
- 581 km
- Battery up to
- 81.2 kWh
- 0–100
- 6.0 s
- Power
- 250 kW
- DC charge
- 205 kW
- ANCAP
- 5★
Variants and pricing
All variants of the BMW i5 on sale in Australia. Headline specs in the panel above reflect the volume-seller ( eDrive40 Sedan ).
| Variant | From | Battery | Range | Power | 0–100 | DC peak | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eDrive40 Sedan | $155,900 | 81.2 kWh | 581 km | 250 kW | 6.0 s | 205 kW | RWD |
| M60 xDrive Sedan | $230,900 | 81.2 kWh | 516 km | 442 kW | 3.8 s | 205 kW | AWD |
Verdict
BMW's electric 5 Series sibling — sharing platform and body with the petrol 5er. The 581 km WLTP range puts it ahead of the Mercedes EQE; the AC charging at 22 kW is class-leading.
Pros and cons
What we like
- ✓ Strong 581 km WLTP range
- ✓ 22 kW three-phase AC charging is class-leading
- ✓ Cabin shares 5 Series quality and refinement
What we don't
- ✕ Heavy kerb weight hurts handling vs ICE 5er
- ✕ Premium pricing climbs fast with options
- ✕ Boot is sedan-shaped (no hatch opening)
Best for
- Premium sedan buyers
- Long-distance drivers
- BMW loyalists
Compare the BMW i5
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Specifications
Manufacturer-quoted figures. Real-world range and DC fast-charging speeds vary with temperature, terrain and driving style.
Performance
- Drive layout
- RWD
- Motor power
- 250 kW
- Motor torque
- 430 Nm
- 0–100 km/h
- 6.0 s
Battery & range
- Battery capacity
- 81.2 kWh
- Range (WLTP)
- 581 km
Charging
- AC charging
- 22 kW
- DC fast charging (peak)
- 205 kW
Dimensions
- Length
- 5,060 mm
- Width
- 1,900 mm
- Height
- 1,505 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,995 mm
- Boot (seats up)
- 490 L
Safety & warranty
- ANCAP rating
- 5 stars (tested 2024)
- Vehicle warranty
- 5 years
- Battery warranty
- 8 years / 160,000 km
Pricing & origin
- Price from
- $155,900
- Built in
- Germany
- Sale status
- on sale
Helpful guides
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