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2027 BMW i5

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Fully electric · Every trim below is EPA-rated. Starting price shown before destination.

2027 BMW i5

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$67,100starting MSRP#56 cheapest of 88 electric cars
328 miEPA range#26 of 91
116MPGe combined
205 kWmax DC fast charge
9trims rated

Worth knowing

84.3 kWhbattery, usable
$650EPA fuel cost / yr
$0.04fuel cost / mile
3.5miles per kWh
~8 minDC charge / 100 mi
338 / 317 micity / hwy range
9/10EPA economy score
10/10EPA emissions score

The short version

The 2027 BMW i5 starts at $67,100, goes 328 miles on a charge, sips electricity at 116 MPGe. Here's what the EPA numbers actually mean.

Pricing

Starts at $67,100 before destination, across 9 EPA-rated trims. We verify every price by hand against manufacturer and dealer sources — if we can't confirm a number, we leave it blank instead of guessing.

Range and efficiency

EPA-tested at 328 miles of range and 116 MPGe combined. That's the lab number every car takes, so it's the fairest comparison there is. In the real world, knock off 10–20% for highway speed and cold weather. Cheaper trims with smaller wheels actually go farther — the lineup stretches from 259 to 328 miles.

Charging and fuel cost

At the U.S. average of $0.17 per kWh, 12,000 miles a year costs about $590 in electricity — roughly $49 a month. That's the whole fuel story; there are no oil changes either. Plug in your own rates in the fuel cost calculator.

Fast charging

On a DC fast charger it peaks at 205 kW — enough to add serious miles in the time it takes to grab coffee. Figures are manufacturer ratings for the best trim; real-world peaks vary with battery temperature and state of charge.

All 9 EPA-rated trims

TrimDriveClassEPA rangeMPGeFull charge (240V)
i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (19 inch Wheels)All-Wheel DriveCompact Cars277 mi998.0 h
i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (20 inch Wheels)All-Wheel DriveCompact Cars266 mi948.0 h
i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (21 inch Wheels)All-Wheel DriveCompact Cars259 mi918.0 h
i5 eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels)Rear-Wheel DriveCompact Cars328 mi1168.0 h
i5 eDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels)Rear-Wheel DriveCompact Cars299 mi1068.0 h
i5 eDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels)Rear-Wheel DriveCompact Cars280 mi1008.0 h
i5 xDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels)All-Wheel DriveCompact Cars283 mi1008.0 h
i5 xDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels)All-Wheel DriveCompact Cars273 mi968.0 h
i5 xDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels)All-Wheel DriveCompact Cars262 mi928.0 h

Real-world range tests

Independent outlets tested this model and averaged 289 miles — EPA rates the best trim at 328 miles. Test protocols differ (mixed loops vs constant highway speed), so compare within a column, not across them.

OutletTestTested rangevs EPATrim testedConditions
EdmundsEV Range Test321 mi-2%2024 BMW i5 eDrive40Edmunds EV Range Test: 60% city / 40% highway loop, most efficient drive mode, climate auto 72F, VBOX GPS logging, driveSource
EdmundsEV Range Test282 mi-14%2026 BMW i5 xDrive40 (21-in wheels)Edmunds EV Range Test: 60% city / 40% highway loop, most efficient drive mode, climate auto 72F, VBOX GPS logging, driveSource
EdmundsEV Range Test264 mi-20%2024 BMW i5 M60 (21-in wheels)Edmunds EV Range Test: 60% city / 40% highway loop, most efficient drive mode, climate auto 72F, VBOX GPS logging, driveSource

See all tested models: real-world range ranking.

Battery health & warranty

Buying used? Full battery-health guide →

Charging specs

Sources: drive-electric.co.uk, bestev4me.eu, staging.automotiveworld.com

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Common questions

What is the range of the 2027 BMW i5?

The 2027 BMW i5 has up to 328 miles of EPA-rated range on a full charge, at 116 MPGe combined. Real-world range varies with speed, temperature, and driving style.

How much does the 2027 BMW i5 cost?

The 2027 BMW i5 starts at $67,100 MSRP before destination charges. Prices are verified from manufacturer and automotive sources.

Is the BMW i5 fully electric?

The 2027 BMW i5 is fully electric — it has no gas engine and charges from the grid.

Specs: U.S. EPA via fueleconomy.gov (model years 2025–2027), updated October 2026. MPGe = miles per gallon equivalent (33.7 kWh = 1 gallon of gasoline energy).