BMW i5 eDrive40

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2023 -

Trims

Currently Produced
eDrive40 M60 xDrive

BMW i5 eDrive40

Technical Specifications of BMW i5 eDrive40

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2023 -
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
Germany
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Produced
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Sedan BMW i5 eDrive40

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
No Data
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
362 mi 309 mi
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
27.7 kWh 277 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
84.4 kWh 81.2 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
11 kW 205 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
RWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
341 hp (254 kW) 317 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
5.8 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
120 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
199.2 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
74.8 in 74.8 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
59.6 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
117.9 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
5
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
No Data
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
17.3 ft3 No Data No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in BMW i5 eDrive40

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light green area: Round-trip
  • Dark green area: One-way
For the most accurate results, please allow the widget to use your location.

Charging BMW i5 eDrive40

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

NEMA 5-15

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 15 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
1.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
30 h 04 min

NEMA 5-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
2.4 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
22 h 33 min

NEMA 6-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
4.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
11 h 17 min

NEMA 14-30

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 30 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
7.2 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
07 h 31 min

NEMA 14-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 55 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (11 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 55 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (11 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

Socket output
Socket output
50 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 09 min

CCS DC 100 kW

Socket output
Socket output
100 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 37 min

CCS DC 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 24 min

CCS DC 200 kW

Socket output
Socket output
200 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 19 min

CCS DC 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 19 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (205 kW)

CCS DC 350 kW

Socket output
Socket output
350 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 19 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (205 kW)

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Socket output
Socket output
75 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 46 min

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 24 min

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 19 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (205 kW)

CHAdeMO DC 50 kW

Socket output
Socket output
50 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 09 min
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About BMW i5 eDrive40

The BMW i5 eDrive40 is an all-electric rear-wheel drive sedan. It came out in 2023.

The BMW i5 eDrive40 has a 84.4 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 293 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 27.7 kWh per 100 miles (or 277 Wh/mile) — ranked №113 out of 586 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is BMW i5 eDrive40

The BMW i5 eDrive40 is equipped with a powertrain that delivers up to 254 kW (341 hp) of power and 317 lb-ft of torque.

This enables a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 5.8 seconds (ranked №236 out of 586 electric vehicles) and a top speed of 120 mph.

Real-world range of BMW i5 eDrive40

The estimated real-world range for BMW i5 eDrive40 falls between 264–322 miles, ranking it №113 out of 586 electric vehicles. Several conditions can influence this range:

  • Speed: The battery drains faster at higher speeds.
  • Temperature: Extreme temperatures can impact range.
  • Terrain: Range is reduced on hilly or mountainous terrain.
  • Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as frequent acceleration and braking, decrease efficiency.
  • Feature utilization: Climate control and media system usage also affect range.

These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.

For trip planning assistance, utilize the EV Navigation interactive map.

BMW i5 eDrive40 charge port type?
  • For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 205 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.
  • Estimate charging time, rate and cost using our Charging calculator.

    BMW i5 eDrive40 dimensions and weight?

    The size and weight specifications for BMW i5 eDrive40 are as follows:

    • Length: 199.2 in
    • Width: 74.8 in (including side mirrors) or 74.8 in (excluding side mirrors)
    • Height: 59.6 in
    • Wheelbase: 117.9 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
    • Curb weight: N/A lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
    BMW i5 eDrive40 cargo capacity?

    Here's a breakdown of the BMW i5 eDrive40 cargo space:

    • Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 17.3 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (ranked №268 out of 586 electric vehicles).
    • Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up N/A cubic feet of total cargo space (ranked №N/A out of 586 electric vehicles).
    • Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).
    BMW i5 eDrive40 towing capacity?
    The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

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