BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon
Available since May 2023
£74,105Price from
81.2 kWhUseable Battery
290 mi *Real Range
280 Wh/mi *Efficiency
Price from £74,105
| Availability | Available to order |
| Available to order since | May 2023 |
| Available to order until | - |
Lease (BCH) from £525 pcm
| Annual VED | £0 |
| Congestion Charge | £0 |
| Insurance Group | N/A |
Real Range Estimation between 210 - 415 mi
| City - Cold Weather * | 275 mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather * | 210 mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather * | 245 mi |
| City - Mild Weather * | 415 mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather * | 275 mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather * | 335 mi |
Performance
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph | 6.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 120 mph |
| Electric Range * | 290 mi |
| Total Power | 250 kW (335 hp) |
| Total Torque | 317 lb-ft |
| Drive | Rear |
Battery
| Nominal Capacity | 84.4 kWh |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Number of Cells | No Data |
| Architecture | 400 V |
| Warranty Period | No Data |
| Warranty Mileage | No Data |
| Useable Capacity | 81.2 kWh |
| Cathode Material | No Data |
| Pack Configuration | No Data |
| Nominal Voltage | 400 V |
| Form Factor | No Data |
| Name / Reference | No Data |
Charging
Home / Destination
| Charge Port | Type 2 |
| Port Location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge Power † | 11 kW AC |
| Charge Time (0->290 mi) † | 8h45m |
| Charge Speed † | 33 mph |
Rapid Charging
| Charge Port | CCS |
| Port Location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge Power (max) | 206 kW DC |
| Charge Power (10-80%) | 137 kW DC |
| Charge Time (29->232 mi) | 26 min |
| Charge Speed | 460 mph |
| Autocharge Supported | Yes |
Plug & Charge
| Plug & Charge Supported | No |
| Supported Protocol | - |
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
| V2L Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| Exterior Outlet(s) | - |
| Interior Outlet(s) | - |
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)
| V2H via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2H via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
| V2G via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2G via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Energy Consumption
EVDB Real Range
| Range * | 290 mi |
| Vehicle Consumption * | 280 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * | 145 mpg |
WLTP Ratings (TEL)
| Range | 362 mi |
| Rated Consumption | 256 Wh/mi |
| Vehicle Consumption | 225 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 158 mpg |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 180 mpg |
WLTP Ratings (TEH)
| Range | 309 mi |
| Rated Consumption | 304 Wh/mi |
| Vehicle Consumption | 263 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 133 mpg |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 154 mpg |
Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses.
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.
Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 196 - 387 Wh/mi
| City - Cold Weather * | 295 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather * | 387 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather * | 331 Wh/mi |
| City - Mild Weather * | 196 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather * | 295 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather * | 242 Wh/mi |
Safety (Euro NCAP)
| Safety Rating | |
| Adult Occupant | 89% |
| Child Occupant | 85% |
| Rating Year | 2023 |
| Vulnerable Road Users | 86% |
| Safety Assist | 78% |
Dimensions and Weight
| Length | 5060 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm |
| Width with mirrors | No Data |
| Height | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm |
| Weight Unladen (EU) | 2205 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) | 2740 kg |
| Max. Payload | 610 kg |
| Cargo Volume | 490 L |
| Cargo Volume Max | No Data |
| Cargo Volume Frunk | 0 L |
| Roof Load | 75 kg |
| Tow Hitch Possible | Yes |
| Towing Weight Unbraked | 750 kg |
| Towing Weight Braked | 1500 kg |
| Vertical Load Max | 80 kg |
Miscellaneous
| Seats | 5 people |
| Isofix | Yes, 2 seats |
| Turning Circle | 12.3 m |
| Platform | BMW CLAR |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No |
| Car Body | Saloon |
| Segment | E |
| Roof Rails | No |
| Heat pump (HP) | Yes |
| HP Standard Equipment | Yes |
Company Car Tax Indication
Financial Year 2023-24
| BIK Tax Rate | 2% |
| P11D Value from | £74,050 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £1,481 |
| BIK @ 20% | £25 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £49 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £56 pcm |
Financial Year 2024-25
| BIK Tax Rate | 2% |
| P11D Value from | £74,050 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £1,481 |
| BIK @ 20% | £25 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £49 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £56 pcm |
Financial Year 2025-26
| BIK Tax Rate | 3% |
| P11D Value from | £74,050 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £2,222 |
| BIK @ 20% | £37 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £74 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £83 pcm |
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Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.
| Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Power | Time | Rate |
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| Standard 11.0 kW On-Board Charger | ||||
| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 41h45m | 7 mph |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 26 hours | 11 mph |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 13 hours | 22 mph |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW | 8h45m | 33 mph |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW † | 8h45m | 33 mph |
| Optional 22.0kW On-Board Charger | ||||
| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 41h45m | 7 mph |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 26 hours | 11 mph |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 13 hours | 22 mph |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW | 8h45m | 33 mph |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 400V / 3x32A | 22 kW † | 4h30m | 64 mph |
† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.
Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)
Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon.
- Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
- Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
- Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
- Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
| Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Avg. Power | Time | Rate |
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| CCS (50 kW DC) | 50 kW | 50 kW | 72 min | 160 mph |
| CCS (150 kW DC) | 150 kW | 123 kW † | 29 min | 420 mph |
| CCS (300 kW DC) | 206 kW † | 137 kW † | 26 min | 460 mph |
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Data made available by Fastned |
| This vehicle supports Autocharge |
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| This vehicle does not support Plug & Charge |
† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle
Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.
Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.
Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.
BMW Claimed Specifications
The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.
- Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
- Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
- Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
- Time: time needed for charging session
| BMW Claimed Specifications |
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| Max. Power | Charge From | Charge To | Time |
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| 205 kW | 10 % | 80 % | 30 min |
All about the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon
Pricing
The BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon has a Recommend Retail Price (RRP) of £73,200 and an On The Road Price (OTR) of £74,105. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.
Drivetrain and Performance
The BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon is 250 kW (335 hp). The maximum torque is 317 lb-ft. The BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon is rear wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 6.0 seconds. The top speed is 120 mph.
Battery and Charging
The battery of the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon has a total capacity of 84.4 kWh. The usable capacity is 81.2 kWh. An estimated range of about 290 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.
For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 210 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 415 mi.
Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 8 hours 45 minutes. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 13 hours and a charge rate of 22 mph. An optional on-board charger with a maximum power of 22.0 kW is available. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 4 hours 30 minutes. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 41 hours 45 minutes.
Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 206 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 137 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 200 miles of range.
Energy Consumption
The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon is about 280 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 145 mpg in a traditional petrol car.
The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 387 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 196 Wh per mile.
CO2 Emission
The BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.
More information from BMW
The link below will open the page of the i5 on the official BMW site.