Among the 31 grand tourers electric 2023–2027, the i5 eDrive40 ranks 13th of 30 in WLTP range (512 km, behind the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW), 28th of 28 in DC charge power (205 kW, behind the Audi e-tron GT quattro), 28th of 31 in 0–100 km/h (6.0 s, behind the Tesla Model S Plaid).
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i5 eDrive40
313 hp, 512 km range, 6,0 s 0-100 : among the 31 grand tourers electric 2023–2027, the i5 eDrive40 ranks 13th of 30 in WLTP range, 28th of 28 in DC charge power, 28th of 31 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
313hp
400 Nm · 313 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
6.0s
VMax 193 km/h
Range
512km
WLTP
DC charging
205kW
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW i5 eDrive40
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Puissance électrique | 313 hp |
| Combined power | 313 hp |
| Couple | 400 Nm |
| Gearbox | Mono-rapport Automatique |
| Transmission | Propulsion |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 74.8 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 512 km |
| Charge AC max | 22 kW |
| Charge DC max | 205 kW |
| Conso élec WLTP | 18.0 kWh/100km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 6,0 s |
| VMax | 193 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 5,060 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm |
| Boot | 490 L |
| Kerb weight | 2,130 kg |
| Cd | 0.23 |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 31 grand tourers electric, the i5 eDrive40 ranks (mid-table) in WLTP range. Caralogy simulates its real-world behaviour: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Long daily commute (>50 km/day) without range anxiety.
Less suitable for
Some metrics lag behind the segment. Check the rankings above to identify weak points.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is WLTP range, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW (1st with 730 km) takes the lead. If the priority is DC charge power, the Audi e-tron GT quattro (1st with 320 kW) takes the lead.
Real-world range: 512 km WLTP (13th of 30 in WLTP range)
The i5 eDrive40 offers 512 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW (730 km).
Charging: 205 kW DC (28th of 28 in DC charge power)
The i5 eDrive40 accepts up to 205 kW DC fast charging. The segment reference is the Audi e-tron GT quattro (320 kW).
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Autonomie réelle
Simulez l’autonomie selon la vitesse, la température et le style.
Simuler l’autonomie →Segment positioning
Where the i5 eDrive40 stands against grand tourers electric
Comparison across 31 grand tourers electric marketed between 2023–2027.
WLTP range13e / 30
512 km
Min 407 km · Porsche Taycan 4SMax 730 km · Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW
DC charge power28e / 28
205 kW
Min 205 kW · Bmw i5 eDrive40Max 320 kW · Audi e-tron GT quattro
0–100 km/h28e / 31
6,0 s
Min 7,0 s · Audi A6 Avant e-tronMax 2,1 s · Tesla Model S Plaid
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
A6 Avant e-tron286 hp · 0-100 7.0 s
Model S 85362 hp · 0-100 5.7 s
A6 Avant e-tron381 hp · 0-100 5.4 s
Taycan402 hp · 0-100 5.2 s
Cross-energy alternatives
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Model family
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Frequently asked questions
BMW i5 eDrive40: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
512 km WLTP announced — making it the 13th of 30 in autonomie du segment out of 30 models. The reference is the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW (730 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW leads in WLTP range (730 km vs 512 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the i5 eDrive40 vs Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.