# BMW i5 specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2027 - **EV range:** 328 mi - **Drive:** AWD, RWD - **Years covered:** 2024-2027 ## Quick answer The 2027 BMW i5 is a compact car with up to 328 miles of EPA range. Engines: Electric. ## Every 2027 BMW i5 version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Range | 240V charge | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | i5 eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | Electric | RWD | Single-speed | 120/113 MPGe | 116 MPGe | 328 mi | 8.0 h | $650 | 0 g/mi | | i5 eDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels) | Electric | RWD | Single-speed | 109/102 MPGe | 106 MPGe | 299 mi | 8.0 h | $700 | 0 g/mi | | i5 eDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels) | Electric | RWD | Single-speed | 103/95 MPGe | 100 MPGe | 280 mi | 8.0 h | $750 | 0 g/mi | | i5 xDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 101/98 MPGe | 100 MPGe | 283 mi | 8.0 h | $750 | 0 g/mi | | i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 100/98 MPGe | 99 MPGe | 277 mi | 8.0 h | $750 | 0 g/mi | | i5 xDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 98/94 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 273 mi | 8.0 h | $800 | 0 g/mi | | i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (20 inch Wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 96/92 MPGe | 94 MPGe | 266 mi | 8.0 h | $800 | 0 g/mi | | i5 xDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 95/90 MPGe | 92 MPGe | 262 mi | 8.0 h | $800 | 0 g/mi | | i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (21 inch Wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 92/89 MPGe | 91 MPGe | 259 mi | 8.0 h | $850 | 0 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## BMW i5 specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPGe | EV range | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2027 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 91-116 | 328 mi | | 2026 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 91-110 | 310 mi | | 2025 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, RWD | 84-105 | 295 mi | | 2024 | Electric | Single-speed | 4WD, RWD | 85-105 | 295 mi | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the i5 changed over the years? - **2027:** maximum range went from 310 to 328 miles. - **2026:** maximum range went from 295 to 310 miles. - **2025:** AWD became available; 4WD was dropped. ## What does it cost to run a i5? The EPA puts the 2027 BMW i5's fuel cost at **$650-$850 a year**, against about $2,327 for other current compact car: roughly 68% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $3,750 in electricity. ## i5 vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Range | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Porsche Taycan](/vehicles/porsche-taycan) | Electric | 77-93 MPGe | 315 mi | $800-$1,000 | | [Audi S e-tron](/vehicles/audi-s-e-tron) | Electric | 88-90 MPGe | 300 mi | $850 | | [Audi RS e-tron](/vehicles/audi-rs-e-tron) | Electric | 84 MPGe | 278 mi | $900 | Other current compact car from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the range of the 2027 BMW i5? The 2027 BMW i5 has an EPA-estimated range of up to 328 miles on a full charge, with an efficiency rating of 91-116 MPGe combined. Cold weather and highway speed reduce range. ### What engine does the 2027 BMW i5 have? The 2027 BMW i5 comes with: Electric. It uses single-speed transmission and is offered with AWD and RWD. ### Is there a hybrid BMW i5? No, the BMW i5 is fully electric, so there is no hybrid or gas version. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 BMW i5 for a year? About $650-$850 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average electricity prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### Does the 2027 BMW i5 come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2027 BMW i5 is offered with AWD and RWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the BMW i5 cheap to run compared with other compact cars? Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $650-$850 compares with about $2,327 for other current compact car models. 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