For the 2025 mannequin 12 months, the BMW i5 lineup within the U.S. has expanded from two to 3 variations. The all-wheel-drive i5 xDrive40 has joined the present rear-wheel drive i5 eDrive40 and performance-oriented i5 M60.
Relying on the model and wheels, the estimated driving vary of the BMW i5 varies from 239 to 295 miles on a single cost, whereas costs differ from $68,275 to $87,075 (MSRP plus vacation spot cost).
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The BMW i5 has entered the U.S. market within the second half of 2023. Within the first half of 2024, the corporate bought 4,780 models, together with 2,541 in Q2.
In comparison with the 2024 mannequin 12 months described intimately right here, no important adjustments have been utilized to the BMW i5, which is comprehensible because the mannequin has solely been in the marketplace for a couple of quarters.
The entry-level BMW i5 eDrive40 begins at an MSRP of $67,100, $300 greater than earlier than, plus a $1,175 vacation spot cost. The vacation spot cost elevated by $180 for the whole i5 lineup. Curiously, the model with 21-inch wheels seems to have a $50 decrease MSRP.
The all-wheel drive BMW i5 xDrive40 is new on the listing with a beginning value of $70,100. It signifies that the swap from RWD to AWD prices $3,000. The automobile accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds as an alternative of 5.7 seconds. The highest velocity can also be increased at 130 mph, in comparison with 120 mph within the case of the i5 eDrive40.
Those that choose the performance-oriented BMW i5 M60 should pay an MSRP of at the least $84,100, which is similar as final 12 months. This model does 0-60 mph in simply 3.7 seconds.
Not one of the BMW i5 is certified for the $7,500 federal tax credit score as a result of the mannequin is imported and its value exceeds the $55,000 cap for automobiles.
| Mannequin | Base Value | Dest. Cost | Tax Credit score | Efficient Value |
| 2025 BMW i5 eDrive40 19-in | $67,100 | +$1,175 | N/A | $68,275 |
| 2025 BMW i5 eDrive40 20-in | $67,900 | +$1,175 | N/A | $69,075 |
| 2025 BMW i5 eDrive40 21-in | $72,100 | +$1,175 | N/A | $73,275 |
| 2025 BMW i5 xDrive40 19-in | $70,100 | +$1,175 | N/A | $71,275 |
| 2025 BMW i5 xDrive40 20-in | $70,900 | +$1,175 | N/A | $72,075 |
| 2025 BMW i5 xDrive40 21-in | $75,100 | +$1,175 | N/A | $76,275 |
| 2025 BMW i5 M60 19-in | $84,100 | +$1,175 | N/A | $85,275 |
| 2025 BMW i5 M60 20-in | $84,900 | +$1,175 | N/A | $86,075 |
| 2025 BMW i5 M60 21-in | $85,900 | +$1,175 | N/A | $87,075 |
We now have seen solely a minimal change within the estimated driving vary for some wheel variations.
The rear-wheel drive BMW i5 eDrive40 with 19-inch wheels has an EPA Mixed vary of as much as 295 miles. It decreases to 278 miles with 20-inch wheels and 271 miles with 21-inch wheels (within the 2024MY, it was 270 miles).
By deciding on the all-wheel drive BMW i5 xDrive40, the driving vary shall be noticeably compromised—as much as a tenth in comparison with the rear-wheel drive counterpart. It is value noting that the xDrive40 is the most recent model in the marketplace, and it is geared up with an 84.3-kilowatt-hour battery (usable capability), in comparison with 81.2-kWh within the different two variations.
2025 BMW i5 xDrive40 vary (vs. eDrive40):
- i5 xDrive40 19-inch: 266 miles (down 29 miles or 10%)
- i5 xDrive40 20-inch: 261 miles (down 17 miles or 6%)
- i5 xDrive40 21-inch: 248 miles (down 23 miles or 8%)
The driving vary of the 2025 BMW i5 M60 is even decrease at 239-253 miles. Curiously, in comparison with the 2024MY, the model with 19-inch wheels has a variety decrease by 3 miles, the model with 20-inch has a variety increased by 2 miles, and the model with 21-inch wheels has a variety decrease by one mile. Nonetheless, these variations are marginal.
Beneath, we listed all of the at the moment obtainable BMW i5 variations:
| Mannequin | Drive | Battery (kWh) |
EPA Vary |
0-60 mph (sec) |
High Velocity (mph) |
| 2025 BMW i5 eDrive40 19-in | RWD | 81.2 | 295 mi* | 5.7 | 120 |
| 2025 BMW i5 eDrive40 20-in | RWD | 81.2 | 278 mi* | 5.7 | 120 |
| 2025 BMW i5 eDrive40 21-in | RWD | 81.2 | 271 mi* | 5.7 | 120 |
| 2025 BMW i5 xDrive40 19-in | AWD | 84.3 | 266 mi* | 5.2 | 130 |
| 2025 BMW i5 xDrive40 20-in | AWD | 84.3 | 261 mi* | 5.2 | 130 |
| 2025 BMW i5 xDrive40 21-in | AWD | 84.3 | 248 mi* | 5.2 | 130 |
| 2025 BMW i5 M60 19-in | AWD | 81.2 | 253 mi* | 3.7 | 130 |
| 2025 BMW i5 M60 20-in | AWD | 81.2 | 250 mi* | 3.7 | 130 |
| 2025 BMW i5 M60 21-in | AWD | 81.2 | 239 mi* | 3.7 | 130 |
* EPA vary in accordance with BMW
