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- MY2024–2027
BMW i5 MPGe & Charging Cost by Year
4 model years · 2024–2027
15,000 mi/yr · residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)
BMW i5 fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the BMW i5 for 4 model years, 2024 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 84–116 MPGe. The latest model year, 2027, has 9 configurations rated 91–116 MPGe combined and costing $790–$1,020 a year to fuel at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2024 is the 2027 eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) RWD, at 116 MPGe. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
BMW i5 MPG by year
| Year | Electric (MPGe) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2027* Generation page | ||
| 2027 (partial) | 91–116 | $790–$1,020 |
| 2026 | 91–110 | $840–$1,020 |
| 2025 | 84–105 | $880–$1,100 |
| 2024 Generation page | ||
| 2024 | 85–105 | $880–$1,090 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
BMW i5 generations
2 generations between 2024 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
EPA range 259–328 miles.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the BMW i5's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the BMW i5 run 84–116 MPGe across model years 2024 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 91–116 MPGe.
Which BMW i5 model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2027 BMW i5 eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) RWD has the highest combined rating since 2024, at 116 MPGe.
How much does a BMW i5 cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $790–$1,020 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026). The most efficient one costs $790.
Has the BMW i5's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 105 MPGe in 2024 to 116 MPGe in 2027, 11 MPGe more.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric BMW i5?
Yes. Electric versions are rated from 2024 to 2027 (84–116 MPGe).
How many generations of the BMW i5 are there?
EPA data covers 2 generations of the BMW i5: 2025-2027*, 2024. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.