BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon

Available since May 2023

£74,105Price from

81.2 kWhUseable Battery

295 mi *Real Range

275 Wh/mi *Efficiency

Price from £74,105

Availability Available to order
Available to order since May 2023
Available to order until -

Lease (BCH) from £1,400 pcm

Annual VED £0
Congestion Charge £0
Insurance Group N/A
Price shown is On The Road Price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. Lease estimate is based on a BCH calculation excluding VAT, 6+35 months payment profile, 10,000 miles per annum, excluding optional maintenance package. For comparison only, actual lease offers can differ significantly from the indication shown.

Real Range Estimation between 210 - 420 mi

City - Cold Weather * 280 mi
Highway - Cold Weather * 210 mi
Combined - Cold Weather * 245 mi
City - Mild Weather * 420 mi
Highway - Mild Weather * 275 mi
Combined - Mild Weather * 340 mi
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.

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Performance

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph 6.0 sec
Top Speed 120 mph
Electric Range * 295 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
Useable Capacity 81.2 kWh
Cathode Material No Data
Pack Configuration No Data
Nominal Voltage 400 V

Charging

Home / Destination

Charge Port Type 2
Port Location Right Side - Rear
Charge Power † 11 kW AC
Charge Time (0->295 mi) † 8h45m
Charge Speed † 34 mph

Rapid Charging

Fastcharge Port CCS
FC Port Location Right Side - Rear
Fastcharge Power (max) 205 kW DC
Fastcharge Time (30->236 mi) 28 min
Fastcharge Speed 440 mph
† This can only be achieved using a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of homes and charge points do not have this connection. In practice charge power will often be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 13 hours and a charge speed of 23 mph.

Bidirectional Charging (V2X)

Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L Capability Not Available
Max. Output Power Not Available
Exterior Outlet(s) Not Available
Interior Outlet(s) Not Available

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H Capability AC Not Available
Max. Output Power Not Available
V2H Capability DC Not Available
Max. Output Power Not Available

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G Capability AC Not Available
Max. Output Power Not Available
V2G Capability DC Not Available
Max. Output Power Not Available

Energy Consumption

EVDB Real Range

Range * 295 mi
Vehicle Consumption * 275 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * 147 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
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High
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 193 - 387 Wh/mi

City - Cold Weather * 290 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather * 387 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather * 331 Wh/mi
City - Mild Weather * 193 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather * 295 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather * 239 Wh/mi
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.

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
Car Body Saloon
Segment Executive
Roof Rails No
EV Dedicated Platform No

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 2%
P11D Value from £74,050
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £1,481
BIK @ 20% £25 pcm
BIK @ 40% £49 pcm
BIK @ 45% £56 pcm
* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.

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Range comparision based on electric range only. Rapid charging comparison based on rapid charge rate. Comparisons can be based on estimates.

Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)

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)
Charging Point Max. Power Power Time Rate
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 23 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW 8h45m 34 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW † 8h45m 34 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 23 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW 8h45m 34 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW) 400V / 3x32A 22 kW † 4h30m 66 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)
Charging Point Max. Power Avg. Power Time Rate
CCS (50 kW DC) 50 kW 50 kW 72 min 170 mph
CCS (100 kW DC) 100 kW 85 kW † 42 min 290 mph
CCS (150 kW DC) 150 kW 105 kW † 34 min 360 mph
CCS (175 kW DC) 175 kW 120 kW † 30 min 410 mph
CCS (350 kW DC) 205 kW † 130 kW † 28 min 440 mph
This vehicle supports Autocharge

† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle

Autocharge: allows for a vehicle to initiate charging automatically on supported CCS charge points.

Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.

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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 295 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 420 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 23 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 205 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 130 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 205 miles of range.

Energy Consumption

The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon is about 275 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 147 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 193 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.

Go to the i5 on the official BMW website.