BMW i5 Series Sedan joins the electric revolution

 The BMW 5 Series Sedan is one of the most popular and successful models from the German automaker, offering a blend of luxury, performance, and technology. Now, for the first time, the BMW 5 Series Sedan joins the electric revolution, with a fully battery-powered version that promises to deliver a new level of driving pleasure and efficiency.

The electric BMW i5 Series Sedan was unveiled in Germany, where it will be built alongside the conventional and hybrid versions of the model. The electric BMW 5 Series Sedan is part of BMW’s ambitious plan to have 25 electrified models by 2023, including 13 fully electric ones.


The electric BMW i5 Series Sedan is based on the same platform as the regular BMW 5 Series Sedan, but it has some distinctive features that set it apart. The car has a closed-off kidney grille that improves aerodynamics and reduces drag. The car also has blue accents on the grille, the side skirts, and the rear bumper, as well as an electric logo on the front fenders and the trunk lid.

The interior of the electric BMW 5 Series Sedan is spacious and elegant, with room for five passengers and a trunk capacity of 15.1 cubic feet. The car has a digital instrument cluster that displays key information such as speed, range, and battery status. The car also has a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, and online services.

The electric BMW 5 Series Sedan is powered by a dual-motor system that delivers 536 horsepower and 586 lb-ft of torque. The car can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 3.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 155 mph. The car has four driving modes: Comfort, Sport, Eco Pro, and Adaptive, which adjust the powertrain, suspension, steering, and braking settings.

The electric BMW 5 Series Sedan has a battery pack with a capacity of 113 kWh, which provides a range of up to 373 miles on a single charge, according to the WLTP cycle. The car can be charged at home using a standard outlet or a wallbox, or at public charging stations using a CCS connector. The car can reach 80% charge in 31 minutes using a 200 kW fast charger.

The electric BMW i5 Series Sedan is equipped with several safety and driver assistance features, such as front collision warning with brake intervention, lane departure warning, lane change warning, park distance control, rearview camera, head-up display, and adaptive cruise control with stop & go function.


The electric BMW i5 Series Sedan is expected to go on sale in the U.S. in late 2022 or early 2023, with a starting price of around $70,000 (before incentives). The car will compete with other electric sedans such as the Tesla Model S, the Mercedes-Benz EQS, and the Audi e-tron GT.

The electric BMW 5 Series Sedan is a car that offers a new way to enjoy the luxury and performance of BMW. It is a car that combines the elegance and technology of the BMW 5 Series Sedan with the efficiency and innovation of electric mobility. It is a car that delivers a thrilling and sustainable driving experience.