2024 BMW i5 - interior Exterior and Drive (Luxury Sedan)

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2024 BMW i5
Starting at $67.795

Overview

BMW's executive express is going electric with the mid-size 2024 i5 sedan, which will fill the gap between the 10Best award-winning i4 and the extra-premium i7 flagship. Like those two EV four-doors, the i5 is expected to blend driving pleasure with upscale creature comforts. Two powertrains are coming, starting with a rear-drive eDrive40 model with 335 horsepower. The dual-motor M60 xDrive boosts horsepower to a stout 590 ponies and provides all-wheel-drive traction. We had a chance to drive a prototype of the latter in France and came away impressed with its athleticism and satisfied with its onboard technology features. The i5 faces a growing number of medium-size luxury electric cars made to court moneyed buyers looking for eco-friendly choices. Among them are the Genesis Electrified G80 and the Mercedes-Benz EQE, as well as segment stalwarts such as the Porsche Taycan and the Tesla Model S.
What's New for 2024?

Debuting alongside a brand-new generation of the gasoline-powered 5-series, the i5 provides an EV option for those shopping BMW's mid-size sedan lineup. We expect to see it in BMW showrooms before the end of 2023.

Pricing and Which One to Buy
eDrive40: $67,795
M60 xDrive: $85,095

If you're looking to maximize range, the eDrive40 will be able to sail on for a bit longer than the performance-oriented M60 trim. We're driving enthusiasts, though, and we'd gladly trade a bit of range for extra horsepower and cornering grip.

EV Motor, Power, and Performance
Two i5 models are offered, starting with the 335-hp eDrive40, which drives the rear wheels via a single electric motor. A hotter M60 xDrive model adds a second electric motor on the front axle for a combined 590 hp. During our initial drive in an i5 M60 prototype, we were impressed by the sedan's agile handling, confidence-inspiring levels of cornering grip, and muscular dual-motor powertrain. BMW says the more powerful of the two powertrains can rocket the i5 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds, which from our seat-of-the-pants evaluation seems entirely believable. M60 models also come with active anti-roll bars, a sporty suspension tune, wider tires, and rear-wheel steering, which are all intended to give the car a more athletic feel.

Range, Charging, and Battery Life
An 84.3-kWh battery pack lies beneath the i5's floorboards, which BMW says holds enough charge to power the eDrive40 model for 295 miles between charges. The dual-motor M60 model is less efficient and carries an estimated range of 256 miles per charge. The car's battery pack can be hooked up to DC fast-charging stations and is said to be capable of charging from 10 to 80 percent in 30 minutes on such a connection. Speaking of charging, BMW will include three years of free 30-minute charging sessions at Electrify America charging stations with every new i5.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe
The EPA hasn't released fuel economy estimates for the 2024 i5 yet. When we get a chance, we'll take the 5-series on our 75-mph highway fuel economy route and update this story with test results. For more information about the 5-series' fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The i5's cabin is just as spacious and posh as that of the gasoline-powered 5-series. The battery doesn't intrude on cabin space, but trunk space is slightly less generous here than in the 5-series. Leather upholstery is still available, but BMW is launching a new faux-leather upholstery called Veganza in the i5; a set of glass interior controls is also available and adds a classy touch to the sedan's cabin. Heated and ventilated front seats with massage are optional on the eDrive40 and standard on the M60 xDrive.

Infotainment and Connectivity
The i5's dashboard is dominated by a large, curved panel that incorporates a 12.3-inch digital gauge display as well as a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen. BMW's latest iDrive 8.5 interface is easy to use and can be updated via over-the-air updates should the need arise for that. A head-up display is optional, but all models come with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, in-dash navigation, a wireless smartphone charging pad, a Harman/Kardon stereo system, and an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot.

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More beautiful than the seventh series, but rather the most beautiful BMW cars ever ..👍🏾

mammad

I love the design it is just like 2004 again with the sleek front and the rear tail.

vinnybruce

*Master Has done it once again, making our eyes glued to this elegance…This sedan is breathtaking…kudos Master*

untamed_cars

2:15 last time youll see the turn signals being used

Darx

Muy elegante.... pero al alcance de muy pocos.

aitoralvaro

I still say. The Grand Coupe 430i 2022 is the best car they have ever made. It's a beauty too. In the saphair black. I don't think many were built. Because, of the pandemic so they call it. Was effecting everything. So they say. This is a beauty too.

pastorveracampbell

This CAR IS ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS, H IT HAS GROWN ON ME EVEN MORE❤❤❤! STUNNING IF I SAY SO MYSELF! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

s-gun

Front end is Peugot and back end Genesis G80 :D?

markot

I think I can learn to love the front half, but everything behind the front doors is unredeemable. It looks like the designers just quit caring after the B pillars. It looks like a low poly Jetta.

travislyssy

The front side looks nice but the back side quite simple. I think after 20y loyal bmw driver I have to turn to mercedes benz e

luandoroci

I was all set to go electric but after all I've seen about the problems they have I am staying with the gas version.

chriskakavetsis

Been BMW driver 20 years but BMW just doesent offer me any new experiences. Feels like they trying to catch up all the years they were hanging with gasolin engines, they lost my respect while trying to not chance. Just my opinion.

OriginalThisAndThat

If the engine in this car comes from the BMW x1 30e plug hybrit, it will be possible to buy it in Turkey conditions. Bmw 530e 326 hp my dream 1.5 liter+electric

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