BMW i5 Range

The BMW i5 has a claimed range of up to 669 km (MIDC). Here is the figure for every version, its battery and charging, and how it compares with rivals.

BMW i5 Range by Version

eDrive35L M Sport i5 eDrive35L M Sport 669 km
Electric i5 M60 xDrive 516 km

Claimed range figures come from the Modified Indian Driving Cycle (MIDC), India's official electric range test. Everyday figures are usually lower, depending on traffic, speed, air-conditioning and load.

Battery and Charging

AC Charging Time (0-100% at kW) 11 kW AC Wallbox, full charge time not published (eDrive35L M Sport) / 11 kW AC: 0-100% in 8.25 hours, Optional 22 kW AC: 0-100% in 4h 15m (M60 xDrive)
DC Fast Charging Time (10-80% at Max kW) 160 kW DC: 10-80% in 33 mins (eDrive35L M Sport) / 205 kW DC Fast Charging: 10-80% in 30 mins, 156 km added in 10 mins (M60 xDrive)
Wireless Phone Charger Yes (Dual Wireless Smartphone Charging Trays)

How Rivals Compare on Range

BMW i5 669 kmMIDC
Mercedes-Benz EQS 857 kmARAI
BYD Seal 650 kmNEDC
MG Cyberster 580 kmMIDC
Kia EV9 561 kmARAI

Each model's best claimed figure. Different tests are not directly comparable.

BMW i5 Range: Quick Answers

What is the range of the BMW i5?

The BMW i5 has a claimed range of up to 669 km (MIDC). The lowest figure is 516 km, for the i5 M60 xDrive.

Which version of the BMW i5 has the best range?

The i5 eDrive35L M Sport, at a claimed 669 km.

Will I get the claimed range?

Rarely. Claimed figures come from the Modified Indian Driving Cycle (MIDC), India's official electric range test, run in controlled conditions. Everyday range is usually lower, more so in heavy traffic, at high speed, with the air-conditioning on or with a full load.